WSJ Minute Briefing

The top business headlines from The Wall Street Journal, three times daily. Whether it’s the latest on overseas markets, economic news out of Washington or closing numbers from Wall Street, you'll be in the know in a flash.

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Closing Bell Brief for Monday, March 4th
Stocks fall as investors wait on progress reports on a potential U.S.-China trade deal. AT&T shares fall about 2.75% after the company announces it plans to reorganize its WarnerMedia unit. J.R. Whalen reports. +-
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Midday Brief for Monday, March 5th
Rescue teams search for survivors from Sunday's deadly tornado in southern Alabama. AT&T starts reorganizing its WarnerMedia unit. China and the U.S. move closer to a trade agreement. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Morning Brief for Monday, March 4th
This week brings the February jobs report, the Beige Book, and motor vehicle sales. Employment in the manufacturing sector is on the rise, for the first time since the mid-1990s. And we'll see earnings from Kohl's, Target, and Dollar Tree. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
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Morning Brief for Monday, March 4th
This week brings the February jobs report, the Beige Book, and motor vehicle sales. Employment in the manufacturing sector is on the rise, for the first time since the mid-1990s. And we'll see earnings from Kohl's, Target, and Dollar Tree. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
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Closing Bell Brief for Friday, March 1st
Stocks finish the week higher with the Dow Jones Industrial Average moving within 5% of its record. Tesla shares drop after the company says it will only sell cars online in order to rein in costs and sell its Model 3 for $35,000. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Midday Brief for Friday, March 1st
Tesla plans to shut its stores and move to selling vehicles only online. The parents of Otto Warmbier blame North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for their son's. Pakistan returns an Indian pilot captured during clashes earlier this week. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Morning Brief for Friday, March 1st
House Democrats seek additional testimony after Michael Cohen's appearance before Congress. HBO CEO and Chairman Richard Plepler is stepping down. And the world's largest brewer is struggling with beer sales. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
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Closing Bell Brief for Thursday, February 28th
The major U.S. averages dip lower Thursday, but post strong February gains. The U.S. and North Korea trade blame over the failed nuclear summit. Many states, flush with cash, plan to return the money to taxpayers. Charlie Turner reports.
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Midday Brief for Thursday, February 28th
The U.S.-North Korea summit in Vietnam ended abruptly over not enough nuclear weapons reduction offered to the U.S. in return for lesser sanctions. PG&E Corp. admits it is probably its equipment parked California's deadliest wildfire. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Morning Brief for Thursday, February 28th
House Oversight Committee Chair Elijah Cummings hopes good will come of Michael Cohen's testimony. President Trump wraps up his summit with North Korea's Kim Jong Un in Vietnam. And the Commerce Department releases fourth-quarter GDP. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
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Closing Bell Brief for Wednesday, February 27th
A mixed day on Wall Street. Best Buy shares soar after the retailer reports its fifth straight year of growth. Mylan shares drop 15% after reporting lower-than-expected earnings. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Midday Brief for Wednesday, February 27th
Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen speaks before Congress and characterizes Trump as a "con man." President Trump and North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un open their summit in Vietnam. Pakistan and India spar over their disputed border. J.R. Whalen reports,
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Morning Brief for Wednesday, February 27th
Michael Cohen testifies before Congress. Fed Chair Jerome Powell wraps up two days of testimony. The House moves to block the president's national emergency declaration. And Vietnam plays host to the U.S.-North Korea summit. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
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Closing Bell Brief for Tuesday, February 26th
Stocks edge lower as traders await news on U.S.-China trade talks. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell reaffirms the central bank's patient approach to interest rate increases. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Midday Brief for Tuesday, February 26th
Government efforts to block AT&T's acquisition of Time Warner shot down by a federal appeals court. The House is expected to pass a measure cutting back President Trump's effort to redirect federal funds for a border wall. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Morning Brief for Tuesday, February 26th
Fed Chair Jerome Powell begins two days of testimony on Capitol Hill. Drug company executives answer questions from lawmakers. And the Oscars bring in a larger audience - but not by much. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
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Closing Bell Brief for Monday, February 25th
Stocks closed higher on news of progress being made in U.S.-China trade talks. Positive trade news pushed bellwethers Caterpillar and Boeing higher. Kraft Heinz fell 2% Monday after its steep selloff on Friday. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Midday Brief for Monday, February 25th
Stocks rise after President Trump delays tariff increases on Chinese goods. Trump embarks for Vietnam for a second summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. GE plans to sell its biotechnology business to Danaher Corp. for $21 billion. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Morning Brief for Monday, February 25th
It's a busy week on Capitol Hill, with testimony from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, and, separately, former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen. President Trump heads to Vietnam for a summit with Kim Jong Un. And we'll see fourth-quarter GDP. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
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Closing Bell Brief for Friday, February 22nd
Stocks finished higher Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average notching its ninth consecutive winning week. Shares of Kraft Heinz close down more than 27% after reporting the value of some of its biggest assets have declined since the merger. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Midday Brief for Friday, February 22nd
Fox drops actor Jussie Smollett from the final two "Empire" episodes of the season. Shares of Kraft Heinz drop nearly 30% Friday morning after the company issued negative news about its brands and revealed an SEC investigation. U.S. to keep 200 troops in Syria as a peacekeeping force. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Morning Brief for Friday, February 22nd
President Trump and Chinese Leader Xi Jinping face pressure to resolve their trade dispute. A federal judge imposes a gag order on Roger Stone. And election officials in North Carolina vote to hold a new election for an undecided Congressional seat. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
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Closing Bell Brief for Thursday, February 21st
U.S. stocks fall Thursday. Used-home sales drop for the third straight month. Pinterest files for an IPO. A judge imposes a gag order on Trump confidante Roger Stone. Charlie Turner reports.
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Midday Brief for Thursday, February 21st
Chicago police say "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett faked a racist hate letter and a homophobic attack. Apple and Goldman Sachs plan to roll out a jointly produced credit card to help iPhone users manage their money. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Morning Brief for Thursday, February 21st
Thursday brings data on durable goods orders for December, plus earnings from Hormel Foods and Kraft Heinz. Pintrest blocks search results for terms related to vaccinations. And Gannett suffers from falling ad and circulation revenue. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
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