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The Business News Headlines & More 22 July 2019

Wall Street struggled all day long as investors kept an eye toward earnings reports. In the end the Dow was up by just 17 points the Nasdaq gained 57 points on the back of tech and the S&P 500 was up by 8 points. Oil also gained on the day.  In other news:
We break down what stock buybacks do to CEO salaries;
That Equifax settlement means you could get $20,000...but, now so fast;
Facebook and a huge settlement coming;
Ford is seeing its business in China sliding;
Posting reviews about a business? Careful folks are getting sued;
Job applicants suing companies who look at stuff without permission;
People and Podcasts - We've got new numbers.
Those stories plus Laura Kinnard from Drake University, DMACC and Curated Growth is in to talk about business networking events and we spend some time talking about social media and B2B marketing.  Think data and content.  You can hear that conversation right here. 
Thanks for listening! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm 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. 
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The Business News Headlines 10 July 2019

And we're off! Early this morning, on the hope of a Fed rate cut, the Dow jumped by well over 100 points. By mid-day investors continued to be hopeful. Catch regular updates on the market condition on our Twitter Feed @IOB_NewsHour. In other news today:
The NRA isn't "cooking" their books but...
Health Care and Technology;
Netflix under siege;
China - Manufacturing - Trade it's all back;
President Trump and his Social Media Summit;
American Airlines is having a lousy summer;
The Epi-Pen shortage and new...news.
Those stories and more along with some tax talk from our CPA friend Bruce Schmiedlin from Bruce Tax & CPA who says some tax preparers are simply tucking numbers in returns causing issues for small businesses and their owners. To listen to that conversation just click here. 
Thanks for listening.
 

The Business News Headlines 19 June 2019

It's the early edition of the Business News Hour and we lead off with clues...we're looking for clues on this the 19th day of June...and thanks for listening!
Clues, looking for clues;
Oh, Oh...this won't make President Trump happy;
Apple said to be moving suppliers away from China;
Amazon to FedEx, "Take that!";
Twitter says you ain't using it so...it's gone;
A phone launch coming;
The world of shrinking bonuses, but you knew that...right?
Those stories plus a conversation we had some time ago with Mike Curtin the CEO of the DC Central Kitchen where it's much more than food. Click here for that story.
Thanks for listening! 

The Talented James Goodlett and A Mission

For years we've thought James Goodlett is one of the most talented composers we've ever met. It's time to sit down, once again, with James who owns JamGood Productions to talk about his music, his career path, his James Goodlett online radio station out of Chicago through StepNorth Media and much more. I sat down with James for a cup of coffee at La Mie Bakery in the Shops at Roosevelt in Des Moines, Iowa.  
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm 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 28 May 2019

Back from the Memorial Day Holiday...hope you had a good weekend. Our hearts go out to the thousands who have been impacted by the recent storms, tornados and flooding. It has been a tragic spring.  In the news today:
The markets react to falling rates and rising trade tensions;
Amazon not yet done with NYC;
But it may be done with "Mom & Pop";
IKEA is changing up their business model think convenience;
Sports Illustrated is "sold"...sort of;
What happened and why on Wall Street.
Those stories and some new technology for agriculture. Craig Dick from Cropstream.com is our guest and we'll be talking about this free new app that connects farmers/ranchers with everybody from suppliers, to dealers to associations and markets all from your cell phone. Yeah...it's a big deal. To hear that conversation, click here. 
Thanks for listening!
 

Cropstream - Technology for Agriculture

It's been true for decades, if you want to see an "industry" that has the edge when it comes to technology look toward agriculture. Today you'll meet Craig Dick from Cropstream.com a company that puts farmers and ranchers in touch with their suppliers, dealers, agronomists and various associations all from their smart phone. We'll talk all about the benefits to agribusiness as well as our farmers/ranchers. Craig Dick and the Cropstream app. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm 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 May 2019

It's the "Vacation Edition" of the Business News Headlines. Today as stocks struggle with trade concerns we've got these stories:
Department stores struggle and their stocks fade;
While some retailers sink Target gets a bump up;
Lowe's disappoints but Home Depot...nope;
Good news for Apple computer fans;
Want a Tesla? New pricing;
Just in case you've run out of stuff to worry about we've got a looming story;
Want extra time to do the SAT? Move to a more affluent school.
Those stories plus an amazing conversation with author and 2020 presidential hopeful Marianne Williamson. We talk about economics, families, working folks, the system and so much more. And, at no time did it seem like she had to talk...politically. Very interesting and to hear that...click right here. 
Thanks for coming by! 
 

Business Networking and Education Events with Laura Kinnard

You can tell it's Monday because each week we feature Laura Kinnard from Drake University and DMBizMixer.com with a wide array of business networking events, business education opportunities and this week we're also talking about startup funding. You want to include your event?  Easy just hit Laura up on Twitter with #DMBizEvents.  Click through and then....GO! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm 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. 

Business Education and Networking with Laura Kinnard

Today we offer up some places for you to go check out when it comes to business networking and education. Laura is from DMBizMixer.com and Drake University and we're talking about the danger of "renting" your digital real estate from say...Facebook. Plus some upcoming events you should know about. Enjoy! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm 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 April 2019

It's the business news headlines for Friday the 12th day of April, thanks for coming by. On the newscast today:
Markets move up on financials and entertainment;
Another retail chain in trouble;
Despite "fake news" and privacy issues social media still strong;
A company that knows if you are going to quit...before you say anything;
While Uber goes public drivers struggle to make a living;
GE pays a big fine;
2020 hopeful Andrew Yang and the hologram story;
What happened on Wall Street and why.
Those stories an we'll introduce you to two young podcasters from Iowa City, Iowa. Michele Guild does "Welcome to My Podcast" podcast and Justin Comer does "I Hear I C" featuring artists from the Iowa City area. Both can be found on the new Iowa Podcast Network. Here is Michele and Justin...
And, because it's Friday we've got the managing editor of Cityview Magazine, Jeff Pitts with his list of "Stuff to DO" in the Greater Des Moines Metro. Listen here. 
Thanks for coming by!