The Indicator from Planet Money · July 22, 2026 · 8m

Can Y’all Street outflank Wall Street?

Texas, known for its business-friendly reputation, is opening a stock exchange built and based in the state. The episode examines whether this new exchange, dubbed 'Y'all Street,' can become a major competitor to Wall Street or even surpass it. It also explores the political motivations that have shaped the exchange's creation.

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Highlights

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Texas Stock Exchange Launch

Texas is launching a new stock exchange, nicknamed 'Y'all Street,' built and based within the state.

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Political Motivations for a Texas Exchange

Political factors have influenced the creation of Y'all Street as part of a broader push for Texas financial independence.

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Competing with Wall Street

The episode questions whether a new exchange can realistically rival or surpass the established New York exchanges.

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Misc

✧The Texas stock exchange is playfully nicknamed 'Y'all Street'.

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