WSJ MoneyBeat

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Volatility, Inflation Kick Off 'Datageddon' Week
Just ahead of Janet Yellen's speech on economic policy, Paul Vigna, Stephen Grocer, Ben Eisen, and David Harrison predict what's in store for the markets as investors prepare for a busy week of key economic data.
20 min
277
The Fight Over Yahoo; Microsoft Pulls Plug on Tay
Financial Food Fight: Paul Vigna, Stephen Grocer, Chuck Jaffe and Aaron Kuriloff discuss the latest in the fight over Yahoo's board. Then, a look at how Microsoft scrambles to sensor Tay, the foul mouthed A.I. robot.
21 min
278
Lord Mervyn King Discusses 'The End of Alchemy'
Former Bank of England governor Mervyn King joins Paul Vigna and Stephen Grocer for an in-depth interview about his new book, "The End of Alchemy," a distinct look at the global economy, monetary policy and the challenges of modern banking.
36 min
279
Valeant's New Shakeup; The M&A Market Moves Along
The Moneybeat crew catches up with the latest news out of Valeant Pharmaceuticals, as its board sees a huge shakeup amid waves of controversy and a plunging stock price. Then, a look at how the M&A markets continue to chug along as Sherwin-Williams acquires Valspar and Marriott raises its Starwood bid.
20 min
280
Valeant's Rough Week and a Donald Trump Recovery?
Financial Food Fight: In the wake of Valeant's stock collapsing, Paul Vigna, John Carney, Jack Otter and Chuck Jaffe examine what went wrong and discuss the hedge funds getting creamed in the aftermath. Then, a look at the economic setting that led to the rise of Donald Trump.
21 min
281
A Chinese Bid for Starwood; Valeant to Report
Stephen Grocer talks with Maureen Farrell and Dana Cimilluca about the latest on a Chinese company bidding for Starwood; Then, Charley Grant breaks down Valeant's upcoming earnings report.
17 min
282
The Oil Rally: Is it Enough to Save the Industry?
Financial Food Fight: The Moneybeat crew breaks down whether the current oil rally is too-little-too-late, where the bottom is for oil prices, and how the entire industry has been effected as a whole.
19 min
283
The Markets React to the ECB's 'Bazooka'
Paul Vigna and Stephen Grocer welcome Mike Bird and James Mackintosh from London for a discussion about the ECB meeting, the policy moves that they made, and the overall market reaction to Mario Draghi's "bazooka."
19 min
284
Marking an Anniversary on Wall Street
Paul Vigna and the MoneyBeat crew discuss the seventh anniversary of the S&P 500's post-financial crisis low and changes that have occurred as a result.
22 min
285
Is it Too Soon to Stop Worrying About a Recession?
The markets are looking brighter after a dark start to 2016. But are we out of the woods just yet? Wall Street Journal economics columnist Greg Ip joins Paul Vigna and Stephen Grocer to discuss whether or not we're all clear on the risk of a recession.
16 min
286
Turning Up the Heat: Jobs, Gold and the GOP Debate
Financial Food Fight: Paul Vigna, Stephen Grocer, Chuck Jaffe and Jack Otter examine a hot gold market, a heated GOP debate --and how the market remains cool to it all.
22 min
287
BlackRock's Jeff Rosenberg Breaks Down Jobs Report
BlackRock's chief investment strategist Jeff Rosenberg takes us beyond the headline figures and weighs in on Friday's a better-than-expected jobs report.
24 min
288
Jeff Gramm on 'Dear Chairman,' Investor Activism
Hedge fund manager and author Jeff Gramm discusses the rise of the activist investor and the history of corporate democracy, all brought to life in his new book, "Dear Chairman: Boardroom Battles and the Rise of Shareholder Activism."
20 min
289
Buffett's Annual Letter; Valeant's Postponed Call
Anupreeta Das joins Paul Vigna, Erik Holm, Stephen Grocer, Maureen Farrell in studio to break down the biggest takeaways from Warren Buffett's annual shareholder letter discussing Berkshire Hathaway's earnings results. Then, after a postponed earnings call and the announced return of chief executive Michael Pearson, can Valeant Pharmaceuticals find its way out of a cloud of uncertainty?
19 min
290
What Does Trump Mean for the Financial Markets?
Financial Food Fight: Paul Vigna, Stephen Grocer, Chuck Jaffe, and John Carney discuss what Donald Trump means for the financial markets, his potential effect on the economy, and whether his promise to get the country back to six percent growth has any worth.
17 min
291
Adam Draper on Startups, Bitcoin, Silicon Valley
Adam Draper, founder and CEO of Boost VC, sits down with Paul Vigna, Stephen Grocer and Telis Demos to talk about his role in inspiring entrepreneurs, the evolution of bitcoin into blockchain, and all things Silicon Valley.
22 min
292
Author Satyajit Das Talks 'The Age of Stagnation'
Author and former banker Satyajit Das discusses the factors that led to a sluggish global economy and the ways in which economic growth can be sustainable -- all highlighted in his latest book, "The Age of Stagnation: Why Perpetual Growth is Unattainable and the Global Economy is in Peril."
29 min
293
A Bleeding Energy Sector and Apple Vs. the FBI
Paul Vigna, Stephen Grocer, Jack Otter and Ryan Dezember discuss the energy sector and how it continues to see volatility. Is it a sign of the bottom? Then, a breakdown of how Apple's showdown with the FBI pits privacy against national security.
21 min
294
An Unsteady Oil Market and Apollo's Big ADT Deal
Paul Vigna and Stephen Grocer welcome Tim Puko, who explains how the latest OPEC meetings have impacted the oil market's volatility. Then, Dana Mattioli helps dissect what Apollo's $6.93 billion ADT deal could mean for the buy out market.
20 min
295
European Banks and the Dreaded Doom Loop
Josie Cox and James Mackintosh join the podcast from WSJ's London bureau with an update on the latest problems plaguing European Banks.
19 min
296
Doom Loop, Zombies, and Valentine's Day Economics
Financial Food Fight: Paul Vigna, Jack Otter and Chuck Jaffe talk the "doom loop" and examine just how concerned folks should be about it. Plus, a look at the economics of Valentines Day.
15 min
297
Part II: Mohamed El-Erian, 'The Only Game In Town'
Mohamed El-Erian, former CEO of PIMCO, and current chief strategist for Allianz, joins Paul Vigna and Stephen Grocer for the second part of his conversation about central banks, fiscal policy, and his new book, "The Only Game In Town: Central Banks, Instability and Avoiding the Next Collapse."
22 min
298
Mohamed El-Erian Talks 'The Only Game In Town'
Mohamed El-Erian, former CEO of PIMCO, and current chief strategist for Allianz, joins Paul Vigna and Stephen Grocer for a two-part conversation about banks, fiscal policy, and his new book, "The Only Game In Town: Central Banks, Instability and Avoiding the Next Collapse."
14 min
299
The Market Bleeds Amid Big Sell Offs. What's Next?
The Moneybeat crew examines what's next for Wall Street as the markets take a dive amid big financial and tech sell offs. Plus, Chesapeake Energy's stock plunges -- are bankruptcy fears to blame?
20 min
300
LinkedIn's Beating, 'Madoff,' and Super Bowl Picks
Financial Food Fight: The Moneybeat crew examines what's behind LinkedIn's plummeting stock, and why the tech sector continues to take a beating. Plus, a look at the new biopic, "Maddoff," starring Richard Dreyfuss. And who will Super Bowl 50?
22 min