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The Business News Headlines 7 September 2022

It's the Mid-Week Edition and welcome back! It was a “Far Out Event” for Apple, Oil prices sink even lower and the markets were on fire today.  Welcome back to the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 7th of September, glad you’re with us everybody.  Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today: 
It was "Far Out" with Apple today;
Stocks picked up steam;
Oil fell big time yet again;
The housing slowdown is real. Details:
Laid Off? Not to worry plenty of opportunities out there;
Huge theater chain declares bankruptcy;
Scams are heating up. What to watch for;
The Wall Street Report;
Three things to beware of in job listings.
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

The Business News Headlines 6 September 2022

Welcome back! We hope that, if in the U.S. you had a great Labor Day Weekend.  We enjoyed taking Monday off ourselves.  Summer’s over and now the battle begins…Return to the Office? The markets ended the day down again and will trickle down work in the UK?  It’s the business news headlines for Tuesday the 6th day of September, thanks everybody for being with us.  Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today: 
Return or Not to Return...that is the question;
Markets struggled again today and why;
Trickle-Down Economics and the U.K.;
Companies boosting rewards to combat inflation;
Tragic news from Bed, Bath & Beyond;
McDonald's wants you to come in for Danish;
A big strike is looming, no...really big;
The Wall Street Report;
E-Cigarette company Juul must pay up millions and why.
For the interview you'll learn more about Kiva a lending platform that charges zero interest, a hassle free application process and enjoys a 97% repayment history. What's the catch? Nothing. It's an amazing story with Kaitlyn Byers of Kiva/Iowa but...not to worry Kiva is national. To listen to that conversation click here. 
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 
 
 
 

Startup Loans, No Interest, No Kidding - KIVA of Iowa

For so many entrepreneurs the biggest hurdle isn't finding customers but finding the dollars for your startup. Imagine our surprise when we found out about KIVA a program that does not require mounds of paperwork, that has zero interest on their loans and has a 97% repayment success record. Sound interesting?  Meet Kaitlyn Byers from KIVA-Iowa based in Cedar Rapids at NewBoCo.  This could be the answer to your funding quest. Oh and if you're not in Iowa...no worries this is national. 
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

The Business News Headlines 2 September 2022

Welcome to the Friday before the Labor Day Weekend...glad you're here.  Just ahead: What did the jobs report mean to the Central Bank, Wall Street takes a nose dive and Amazon loses some anti-union steam.  It’s the business news headlines for Friday the 2nd of September, thanks, again, everybody for being with us. Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today: 
The odd things about the jobs report;
Markets tumble; oil goes up a tad;
Amazon loses some anti-union mojo;
New York City to sue Starbucks;
Russia delays sending gas to Europe;
Turn your thermostat over to the power company?
Celebrity booze is a big thing and getting bigger;
The Wall Street Report;
No Kids, No Husband = Bigger Bank Accounts.
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

The Business News Headlines 26 August 2022

It was a lousy day on Wall Street, no, really. The Fed Chair Speaks and Stocks they did…tank. Millions of Americans have long Covid and the financial implication is huge.  It’s the business news headlines for Friday the 26th day of August, thanks, everybody for being with us again today.  Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today: 
Mr. Powell speaks and the markets tank;
Long Covid19 is costing $170 billion in lost wages;
Not to mention millions who can't take a job;
Pilots hired without even an interview;
Get ready for sticker shock from Ford;
FedEx fights back with a lawsuit;
Starbucks in trouble with the NLRB;
What? A fully autonomous restaurant?
The Wall Street Report;
You know those passwords? A reported hack.
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

The Business News Headlines 24 August 2022

Welcome back to the Business News Headlines! Rents continue to climb, President Biden and student loans made the news and investors are watching the Fed gathering in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Just some of the business news headlines from today the 24th of August 2022…thanks for being with us everybody. Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
We're talking rents how much and where;
Student loan news from the Biden Administration;
The Fed meets this week and all eyes are watching Wyoming;
Longhorn Steak House has some legal issues;
Say it ain't so! The Ch-King is toast;
Halloween is coming and Party City is hiring;
The Wall Street Report;
The minimum expected annual wage is...
And the gender pay gap gets wider.
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

The Business News Headlines 22 August 2022

Welcome back to a fresh week.  In the hour ahead: The markets tumbled, suppliers have halted shipments to Bed Bath and Beyond…and workers over at Twitter may get just half a bonus…it’s the business news headlines for Monday the 22nd of August, thanks for being with us. Also, remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The Bears came out to play today and why;
More bad news from Bed, Bath & Beyond;
If you get Social Security a big bump is on the way;
Meanwhile Twitter employees might see bonuses cut;
Folks in China are cutting back but for a different reason;
Should you lease a vehicle and then buy it? Some thoughts;
Ford is slapped with a $1.7 Billion Dollar judgement and why;
The Wall Street Report;
Eating is getting confusing when it comes to  price.
For the interview you'll hear from Ro Crosbie the President/CEO of Tero International as we discuss employee motivation. It's a great thing to start that process but, as Ro suggests, you also need to be mindful of how and what you are doing. It does have an impact on...business. To listen to that conversation just click here. 
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

The Business News Headlines 26 July 2022

Retail got hit today following a dismal report by…Walmart.  When you are the biggest it often, as it did today, impact other companies. It’s the business news headlines for Tuesday the 26th day of July, thanks for being with us everybody. Also, a remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you today...and thanks for listening!
Walmart troubles and consumers;
So how overstocked is Walmart?
The Fed and Interest Rates...tomorrow;
Are U.S. and European banks guilty of war crimes?
The future of WWE minus Vince McMahon;
Target to open more distribution and why;
The Wall Street Report;
Renting in NYC means real...pain.
For the interview you'll meet Paul Pate the Secretary of State for Iowa. No, we're not talking politics but business. From the record number of LLC's created in just one year and what that means to why Iowa seems attractive to immigrants and what his office has done to streamline business filings.  To hear that conversation, click here.
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

The Business News Headlines 12 July 2022

The consumer price index is due out tomorrow morning…some are betting inflation will hit 9% and if that happens watch the markets.  It’s the business news headlines for Tuesday the 12th of July…thanks for being with us.  And, a remember that you can hook up with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here is what we've got for you today:
Will inflation hit 9% in the CPI;
But, wait some are saying inflation will go down;
Yet another rocky day on Wall Street;
The price of oil and gasoline down yet again;
Want some free chicken nuggets?
Amazon Prime Days are said to be "underwhelming";
Notice the rate increase at USPS?
Peloton will stop manufacturing their equipment;
4,500 EV's order from a company we bet you don't know;
The Wall Street Report;
And, are Americans giving up on the...news?
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

The Business News Headlines 1 July 2022

Earlier it was all about Meta getting lean…today it’s about pushing people…out? Hey, it's just...business.  And, this is the business news headlines for Friday the first day of July…thanks for being here and may you have a fantastic Canada Day and 4th of July Holiday. A reminder that you can follow along with us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here is what we've got for you today:
Zuckerberg: "We're turning up the heat..."
Property Taxes and Big Box in Kansas;
Kohls no longer dealing for that sale;
How may Hummer EV's are built in a day?
GM builds 95,000 vehicles without some parts;
Lilly Tomlin, Ford and dead pigs;
McDonald's Russia re-brand: "Ain't the same.";
Exxon and monster profits; as you pump your gas;
The Wall Street Report;
American manufacturing is slowing down.
Thanks for listening!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.