P.M. Edition for Feb. 26. As new data centers to power artificial intelligence pop up across the U.S., tech leaders and politicians have promised a hiring bonanza. But as WSJ reporter Tom Dotan tells us, the number of jobs created in the long term is often more modest. Plus, President Trump’s proposed tariffs are driving a wedge through the aluminum industry. Journal manufacturing and metals reporter Bob Tita discusses who is for and against the new tariffs, and the impact they would have on the industry. Plus, reporter Katherine Clarke talks about the newest category of the ultra-rich: the superbillionaire. Alex Ossola hosts.

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A.M. Edition for Feb. 26. WSJ foreign correspondent Ian Lovett explains how Washington and Kyiv bridged differences over security guarantees and future mineral revenues to strike an agreement Ukraine hopes can reset relations with President Trump. Plus, House Republicans pass a budget plan, overcoming disagreements on the size of proposed spending cuts. And investing columnist Spencer Jakab unpacks the widening gap between the expected returns of large U.S. growth stocks and cheaper alternatives abroad. Luke Vargas hosts.

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P.M. Edition for Feb. 25. Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency is looking to end or consolidate nearly 100 leases for government agency offices. WSJ reporter Peter Grant discusses the impact on the recovering office market. Plus, thousands of employees on church retirement plans have lost some or all of their pension benefits. WSJ special writer Theo Francis explains how these plans sidestep federal oversight—and employees pay the price. And how a $25 gift card is tearing apart a community in the Hamptons. Alex Ossola hosts.

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A.M. Edition for Feb. 25. The U.S. wins backing for a United Nations resolution that doesn’t blame Russia for the Ukraine war. And while President Trump says an agreement to halt the fighting could be reached within weeks, WSJ correspondent Tom Grove says Russia sees an advantage in drawing out negotiations. Plus, Tesla’s sales in Europe fall 45% in the first month of the year, with CEO Elon Musk’s political activism and a refresh of the Model Y among the factors likely at play. And the Trump administration hits Iran with fresh sanctions aimed at blockading its oil exports. Luke Vargas hosts.

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P.M. Edition for Feb. 24. While many Americans pulled back their spending due to inflation, the top 10% of earners increased theirs. WSJ reporter Rachel Louise Ensign explains the impact that has on the broader economy. Plus, the Trump administration proposes a plan that would charge millions of dollars in port fees to Chinese shipping companies and Chinese-built vessels. We hear from WSJ senior reporter Costas Paris about the proposal’s impact, if enacted. And why are NFL teams having trouble finding a new quality quarterback? Alex Ossola hosts.

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A.M. Edition for Feb. 24. Markets signal relief after conservative Friedrich Merz’s victory. WSJ Berlin bureau chief Bertrand Benoit says Merz wants Europe to be more independent from the U.S. Plus, federal agencies push back on Elon Musk’s “What did you do last week?” email. And a bundle of Disney+, Hulu and Max seems to have a stronger hold on viewers than Netflix. Luke Vargas hosts.

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In great-power rivalries, it matters who's on your side. Twelve years since launching its Belt and Road infrastructure project, Beijing has funneled a trillion-plus dollars into projects in some 150 countries, literally planting its flag around the globe and acquiring a growing roster of economic and diplomatic partners in the process. In the first episode of our three-part series, “Building Influence,” the WSJ’s Gabriele Steinhauser and Lingling Wei, Boston University’s Kevin Gallagher and Stanford’s Eyck Freymann explain how the program has bolstered China’s economic security and given it a platform to cut deals that challenge Western-led norms and counterbalance U.S. influence. Luke Vargas hosts.

Further Reading:

China Shores Up Ties With Africa Despite Slowing Economy and Friction Over Debt 

How China Capitalized on U.S. Indifference in Latin America 

China’s Global Mega-Projects Are Falling Apart 

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What drove Intel shares higher? And why did Walmart shares tumble after its earnings report? Plus, how do investors see online-dating company Bumble’s turnaround efforts? Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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P.M. Edition for Feb. 21. The Justice Department haslaunched a civil fraud investigation into UnitedHealth’s Medicare Advantage billing practices, sending its shares and broader U.S. stock indexes sliding. WSJ healthcare reporter Chistopher Weaver discusses what we know about the probe, its impact and where it could go next. Plus, the U.S. housing market logged another disappointing month in January. Reporter Nicole Friedman tells us what it would take to turn things around. And the Trump administration removes the acting director of ICE. Alex Ossola hosts.

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A.M. Edition for Feb. 21. WSJ finance editor Alex Frangos explains why expectations that President Trump’s policies would further strengthen the dollar haven’t panned out so far. Plus, Senate Democrats use a budget vote to make Republicans squirm. And WSJ housing reporter Rebecca Picciotto says we’re headed toward a landlord-friendly era… expect higher rents. Luke Vargas hosts.

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