Luke Vargas is the host of the Wall Street Journal's daily news podcast, "@WSJ What's News." With a focus on national news in the United States, Luke covers a wide range of topics including business, technology, and current events. His work has been featured in various outlets such as Penn State University, Associated Press, and WPRI Connects.
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Luke Vargas's coverage shows a diverse range of interests, from legal policy and government announcements to events both in the U.S. and internationally. His articles also delve into sports, entertainment news, technology, aviation, business, space exploration, electric vehicles and more.
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By: Annmarie Fertoli, Luke Vargas
A.M. Edition for April 17. President Joe Biden is calling for a steep rise in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum.
By: Luke Vargas, Annmarie Fertoli
P.M. Edition for April 17. Economists raised their expectations for U.S. growth , inflation and the level of future interest rates in the latest WSJ quarterly survey.
By: Luke Vargas, Annmarie Fertoli
A.M. Edition for April 18. After long relying on militias in its deadly fight with Israel, Iran's direct attack on Israel last weekend marked a major shift in strategy. WSJ correspondent Jared Malsin explains what prompted Tehran to emerge from the shadows . Plus, House Republicans prepare to fast-track a bill that could ban or force the sale of video-sharing app TikTok. And how slumping car demand and efforts to unionize factories are adding to pressure on the automobile sector. Luke Vargas hosts.
By: Luke Vargas, Annmarie Fertoli
A.M. Edition for April 19. WSJ correspondent Dov Lieber explains what's known about Israel's retaliatory strikes on Iran , which appear to have been narrow in scope to avoid further escalation. Plus, Apple yanks popular messaging applications like WhatsApp and Threads from its Chinese App Store after a fresh censorship order from Beijing . And voters in India begin casting ballots in the largest democratic exercise in the world. Luke Vargas hosts.
By: Luke Vargas, Annmarie Fertoli
Tesla's stock has fallen by about 40% this year. Last week, the company announced layoffs and a recall of its newest electric vehicle, the Cybertruck, due to a faulty accelerator pedal months after it was released. Other car makers are reporting weakened demand for EVs, and a lot more interest in hybrid cars from American consumers. So, what happened to the high hopes of America's electric car future? WSJ's Stephen Wilmot and Mike Colias answer listener questions on what's going on in the EV market and what it means for consumers, investors and the automakers like General Motors, Ford and Toyota. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.
P.M. Edition for April 22. The so-called Magnificent Seven stocks shed a combined $950 billion in market value last week, the largest on record.
By: Annmarie Fertoli, Luke Vargas
A.M. Edition for April 23. Washington is drafting sanctions against some Chinese lenders as it seeks to stop Beijing from helping Russia rebuild its war machine.
By: Jack Pitcher, Cathie Wood, Luke Vargas
A.M. Edition for April 24. Tesla’s stock soars off hours after CEO Elon Musk announced it would accelerate the launch of new models, including at more affordable prices.
By: Will Parker, Luke Vargas
A.M. Edition for April 29. Students upped the stakes in their standoff with the Columbia overnight by barricading themselves in an academic building
By: Luke Vargas
A.M. Edition for May 2. Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk upped its full-year guidance today as it reported continued strong demand for its blockbuster weight-loss and diabetes drugs.
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