Insight On Business the News Hour
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Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
The Business News Headlines 18 October 2023
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
While most economists have predicted that the U.S. would fall into a recession, which would tank the economy, that has not happened. The reason? The American Consumer and we'll take a deep dive into the driver of family wealth in this episode. Meanwhile, if you want to reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you:
Rapid increase in median family wealth kicks us off;
Elon Musk wants to charge new X users and why;
Employer based health insurance rates make the news;
The spending habits of young adults are changing;
The Wall Street Report;
The Fed to look at "Swipe Fees" and why that matters.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
The Business News Headlines 17 October 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
You, the American Consumer continue to surprise. The most recent retail sales data was released today and it shows that despite higher prices you are continuing to spend. We'll break all of that down first this evening. Meanwhile, if you want to reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you:
What you are buying that's driving retail sales;
The markets react to this and bond yields;
United Airlines posts massive profit in Q3. But...
Some hotel news to share with you;
So, how "real" is that online review? Shocking news;
Electric Vehicles and GM made the news;
A "housing crisis" vs. "vacant homes". The story...
The Wall Street Report;
Work From Home numbers continue to slide and 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 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.
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
The Business News Headlines 10 October 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
We kick off the Tuesday Edition of the Business News Headlines with the question: "Why is Wall Street having a good week when everybody predicted a slow down due to the war in the Middle East?" We'll answer that question first and it all has to do with...money. Meanwhile, if you want to reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you today:
Markets are up in the midst of two wars. What's going on?
Are you ready for the next blockbuster? Think Taylor Swift;
Some early thoughts about the Consumer Price Index or CPI;
The housing market is in an ugly place...and we'll visit;
Housing Part Two is about generations and mortgage rates;
The Wall Street Report;
And, finally: It's Prime Time...for Prime Day and projections.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
The Business News Headlines 5 October 2023
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
We kick things off today reporting on a sluggish session on Wall Street. Why so sluggish? Investors are anxious about the non-farm jobs report that is due out tomorrow morning. Why? If the job market remains hot it's likely the Fed will continue to raise interest rates. Why is that? Take a listen to find out. Meanwhile, if you want to reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you today:
The danger in the jobs report;
The 30-year fixed rate is the highest in 23 years;
More changes over at X. Weary yet?
Bottled water and liver disease and a big fine;
Costco selling one-ounce gold bars...a bit strange;
EV's or Hybrids? The winner is...
The Wall Street Report;
New drugs that suppress food intake scares food manufacturers.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
Monday Oct 02, 2023
The Business News Headlines 2 October 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Welcome back and welcome to a brand new month. However, the "September Slump" on Wall Street looks like it continues into October. Details are coming up along with new stories about labor unions and a surprising number of strikes already this year. If you want to reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you today:
How about some beer with your...pot;
Tesla sells more vehicles but not on target;
CitiGroup says "cracks" are showing among consumers;
Office space pricing continues to slide;
"What's the point in working hard?" Say some employees;
The UAW just reached a contract agreement but...
The Wall Street Report;
This could be the largest health care strike...ever;
Guess how many strikes have happened this year...we'll share.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
Friday Sep 29, 2023
The Business News Headlines 29 September 2023
Friday Sep 29, 2023
Friday Sep 29, 2023
Welcome back! Well the third quarter is behind us on Wall Street and how did the equities do? We'll have a look at that in our Wall Street Report. Also, a reminder that Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review will air at Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. Join us there as well for the news and some business conversation. And, if you want to reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you today:
The UAW strike gets larger;
What families fear about the government shutdown;
Here is "Shutdown Two" yet another look at the impact;
A former IRS contractor charged with sharing tax info;
United Airlines pilots ratify a new, big contract;
Over 800K people have had their student loans forgiven;
The Wall Street Report;
Toys R Us making a comeback...big time ahead of the holidays.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
The Business News Headlines 28 September 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Some dramatic economic data came out today and Wall Street took note. In addition the bond yield and oil prices took a dive and that too advanced the equities. It's the business news headlines for Thursday the 28th day of September. Thanks for being with us. And, if you want to reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you today:
The government shutdown? Very possible;
The latest GDP numbers are in and we'll share;
Gov. Newsom signed a bill into law. Think fast food workers;
United Airlines and wheelchairs made the news;
So, you are not saving for a new home but something quite different;
The Wall Street Report think bonds and oil;
The biggest pay gap in the U.S. is located...where?
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
The Business News Headlines - 27 September 2023
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Will it or won't it? We're talking about a U.S. government shutdown. That clearly was on the mind of Wall Street as the session today cratered only to recover following remarks from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer who said the Senate would pass a bill to keep the government open. That story and more. Also, if you want to reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you today:
Yet another deadline in the UAW strike;
The Justice Department vs. eBay and why;
A rifle company in Maine is going out of business;
Yet another auto recall impacting millions of vehicles;
Dollar stores and wealthy shoppers...a trend;
Who is the 5th largest employer in Mexico? Oh my!
The Wall Street Report;
Latino buying power has surged by...a bunch.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
Tuesday Aug 15, 2023
The Business News Headlines 15 August 2023
Tuesday Aug 15, 2023
Tuesday Aug 15, 2023
Welcome back to our daily look at some of the top business news headlines and their impact on you and your family. Today is Tuesday the 15th day of August. Thanks for being with us. And, if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you today:
The "HOT" Retail Sales Report surprised;
What, exactly, is Bidenomics and it's impact on the U.S.?
UAW Members about to vote to authorize a strike;
Companies now making counter offers to quitters and why;
The practice of "cash stuffing" and Gen Z;
The Wall Street Report;
How caregiving impacts the pay gap between men and women.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
Monday Aug 14, 2023
The Business News Headlines 14 August 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Welcome back to the Monday Edition of the Business News Headlines, any yes, we are in the final week of the great Iowa State Fair. Go ahead and have a look. Today we've got a couple of stories about retail, inflation and how you are feeling about the whole deal. And, if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Here's what we've got for you today:
A critical report is due tomorrow we'll share;
President Biden on automakers and the UAW;
What's the "cost per wear" of your clothing?
How much more are you spending due to inflation?
But, there is a but to that report;
What do American's think about inflation going forward?
The Wall Street Report;
That billionaire cage fight? We have an update.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.