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The Business News Headlines 8 November 2024

It's been a huge week for equities as Wall Street closed out with the best week in a year. We'll share all of those numbers with you. Also, a reminder that we're back on the air Sunday, Noon Central with Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review and only on News'/Talk 1540 KXEL. And, yes, we stream. Finally, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Got a 401k? You might want to check it and why;
Some say the 30 year fixed will climb to 8%...but;
Yet more job cuts from Stellantis as they try to stem the hemorrhage;
You may not know his name...but we bet you know his voice;
Sony celebrates a big quarter we'll share the details;
The Wall Street Report;
And, guess what? Consumers are high on the economy!
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 Central 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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 22 October 2024

There is an interesting consumer trend happening and it has to do with the price of new vehicles. Many consumers are balking at paying over $47,000 and $750 a month for a new car.  What impact will this trend have if it lasts.  That's our first story today and thanks for being with us. Meanwhile,  if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Consumers and New Car Prices;
The former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch has been arrested;
You might want to push off that elective surgery and why;
Sales at Starbucks...sour;
Looking for a sweet deal? Target shares some news;
A major supplier of French Fries is closing and why;
The Wall Street Report;
Might this be the reason Americans are sour on the economy?
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 Central 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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 21 October 2024

Most Americans believe the U.S. economy is in the tank. We start with that topic today and offer up a solid rebuttal and, yes, we'll share current numbers that make this assertion...just wrong.  This is the business news headlines for Monday the 21st day of October and thanks for being here. Also,   if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
It's the economy and what most folks seem to overlook;
Another hot issue: Immigration and a solid report from the AP;
Another chips manufacturing story to share;
Some labor news and it's about mental health;
The USPS has a tentative agreement with 200,000 postal workers;
 The Wall Street Report;
And two examples how RTO is playing out at major employers.
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 Central 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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 18 October 2024

Wall Street ended with a 6th winning week today and we'll share those details. Also, a reminder that we're back with the Business Week in Review on Sunday, Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL Where Iowa Comes to Talk.  Between now and then if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Yes for 6 weeks it's been a win on Wall Street;
Just who is driving retail and restaurant sales?  We'll share;
CVS Health is in trouble and their CEO just quit;
A major retail chain is coming back to brick and mortar;
Not one but two former retail giants are calling it quits;
More disturbing news out of Stellantis;
The Wall Street Report;
Young workers are having trouble in the job market and we'll share why.
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 Central 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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 17 October 2024

Once again you, the U.S. Consumer, have made a huge contribution to the overall economy and we'll get to that first today.  Welcome to the Thursday Edition of the Business News Headlines for this the 17th day of October. Glad you're with us. And, should you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Consumers keep consuming and what you are buying;
The Rate on the 30-Year Fixed Mortgage went up;
Layoffs happening in the social media world;
Today we're mixing politics, business and porn.  You heard that right;
A major recall notice is pretty scary and we'll share details;
The Wall Street Report;
Any bets on the cost of your Thanksgiving Day Meal?  We've got numbers.
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 Central 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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 26 September 2024

If you are one of those folks that think the U.S. economy is on the brink of collapse you might not want to listen to this edition of The Business News Headlines for Thursday the 26th of September. In short the U.S. economy continues to grow and strengthen and we'll share that story today.  Meanwhile,  if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Dining out is out...dining in is in;
Why restaurant chains are struggling;
Some great economic news for you today;
Oh, and unemployment claims are down;
A major Pizza Hut franchise is closing and why;
Want a Rolls Royce?  Forget the dealership;
The Wall Street Report;
And, OpenAI wants to go...public.
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 Central 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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines and More 25 September 2024

Hey Wednesday...we're here.  This is the Business News Headlines for the 25th day of September and thanks for being here. Today, along with the business news headlines you'll hear from Ashley Jared the Communications Director for the Iowa Finance Authority about a new tool that we think is a game-changer for communities, employers, colleges and universities. It's called the Iowa Profile and is full of data on housing, demographics, health issues, economic trends.  This is a quick dive and yes, you can use the tool...today. Meanwhile,  if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The Boeing strike is still...on;
The company delivered food for over 70 years...
It will cease operations on 22 November;
More labor troubles for Stellantis;
Why the price of eggs has gone up;
A looming dockworkers strike has everybody worried;
The Wall Street Report;
And, Amazon workers continue to fight RTO.
For the interview you'll meet Ashley Jared from the Iowa Finance Authority as we talk about a new, free to use, product called the Iowa Profile.  In it you will find data on demographics, quality of life, housing, renting, wages, health and so much more. Wouldn't it be great to make decisions based on....data rather than guesswork?   Let's go! 
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 Central 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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines and More 24 September 2024

This is the Tuesday Edition of the Business News Headlines...thanks for being with us again today. We'll kick things off with what the Department of Justice says Visa is doing to consumers and businesses. It's an antitrust case and big money is on the line. Also today you'll meet Ben Currie who is the president of the American Marketing Association - Iowa Chapter as we talk about the upcoming AMA-Iowa Experience.  An event that anybody in the marketing and advertising world should consider attending.  And, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The Department of Justice vs. Visa;
Did the Central Bank "fiddle" too long?
We're talking about consumer confidence;
Kids, Social Media and Prince Harry;
It was a shaky start but Wall Street had a winning day;
What to know about...mattresses. No, really!
For the interview you'll meet Ben Currie the President of the American Marketing Association - Iowa Chapter and the upcoming event AMA-Iowa Experience. Its a one day event that brings some of the best marketing and advertising minds together to learn and network. I've been to many of these and can share with you its well worth the time and attention. 
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 Central 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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 13 September 2024

It was a stunning reversal on Wall Street as we watched the markets correct what they lost the first week of September. Why? Some positive data about inflation as well as consumer sentiment. We'll cover all of that in just a moment. Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Boeing workers go out on strike;
The renewed power of labor unions;
Boars Head will close the troubled Virginia plant;
Ben Sasse, was, it would seem, a big Florida spender;
The need for skilled workers moves migration forward;
The Wall Street Report;
Consumers, that would be you, are feeling pretty good these days.
A reminder that we're back this Sunday, Noon Central, and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL with the Business Week in Review and, yes, we do stream.
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 Central 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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
 

The Business News Headlines 4 September 2024

Yet another mass school shooting this time in Georgia.  At news time we learn there are four people murdered and nine people hospitalized. Dreadful when some treasure guns over kids.  In the Business News Headlines today we'll take a look at a new report on jobs that rattled the markets a bit but when we take a deeper look there were some bright spots.  Meanwhile, if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The Labor Department Jobs Report is out;
And we'll take a deeper dive into the numbers;
How about trademarking "Very Demure"?  No...really;
The Dollar Tree slashed its full year sales number and why;
But, there is a but when we reported this...you think?
President Biden to nix the U.S. Steel sale to Nippon Steel;
The Wall Street Report;
Some big changes over at Lyft.
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 Central 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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.