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The Business News Headlines 25 April 2024

Good to be back with you after having the past two days off in observance of Passover. We spent the time with family and friends along with conducting two Seder Meals one at home and the other with the congregation I've served for the past thirty-six years. Today, we're back with the business news headlines and thank you for being with us. Also, 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:
Our Gross Domestic Product shrank in the first quarter;
But, there is a but about that from Janet Yellen;
President Biden was in Upstate New York...think chips;
Net Neutrality is back and that's a good thing;
Whoa, $15 bucks a pack for cigarettes!
The Wall Street Report;
We're not making babies 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 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 19 April 2024

The end of yet another busy week and a reminder that we're not done. You can join us on Sunday at Noon Central for Insight on Business the Week in Review as we load up the top business news stories, check the markets and bring you two business conversations.  You'll hear from Alison Haider from Tero International and film-maker and television host Brent Roske the creator of Flamingo TV on Roku. That's Sunday at Noon Central and ONLY on News/Talk 1540 KXEL.  Here's what we've got for you today.
Big Tech sinks the Nasdaq;
Big day for the UAW and workers in Tennessee?
Taylor Swift drops a surprise album and more;
Wayfair is opening up a physical store and why;
EV manufacturer Rivan to cut staff;
Daisy Brand Dairy products to Boone, Iowa;
Yes, that's a big deal...
The Wall Street Report;
In need of a job we've got 8 million of them
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 April 2024

It's been a busy day here at "Radio Ranch" as we've been following a string of economic reports that continues to show the strength of the U.S. economy even in the face of crippling interest rates and stubborn inflation. And we start things off today detailing those reports. Meanwhile, 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 economy and unemployment;
The economy and home sales;
The economy and mid-Atlantic manufacturing;
Who wins? Plastic or the environment a Starbucks story;
The TikToc ban gets new life in the U.S. House;
The sad story of Tesla stock prices yet again;
The Wall Street Report
Where are tech workers headed? You might be surprised.
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 17 April 2024

It's been a tough couple of days for Wall Street as investors have a host of things to worry about.  Today was no different.  Meanwhile President Biden made some promises today to American steelworkers that may heat up some international issues and we'll kick things off with that story. Also make sure you click ahead for the interview with entrepreneur and Architect Steve Wilke-Shapiro the founder of Sequel Architecture. And, a reminder, 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 U.S. President, Japan and U.S. Steel;
Really? $56 billion for Elon? It will be a touch sell;
The IMF sees a much better economic picture;
Disney actors want to join a union;
Meanwhile Disneyland to get a makeover;
Drive a Ford Bronco or Maverick? Listen up;
The Wall Street Report;
Good news for those who suffer from sleep apnea. 
For the interview you'll meet entrepreneur and architect Steve Wilke-Shapiro the founder of Sequel Architecture and Interiors. His work not only focuses on preservation but also mixing the new with, sometimes, the very old. The result is a stunning project that ranges from the small to the very large. To listen to that conversation CLICK THIS LINK.
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 28 March 2024

We figured it would be a long sentence and it was. We're talking about the sentencing of FTX mastermind Sam Bankman-Fried. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 28th day of March…thanks for being here. In other news, Former Minnesota Governor Jessie Ventura wants to sell…pot. Some good news for home buyers…we’re talking mortgage rates. The State of Maryland is seeking millions of federal dollars to fix the Frances Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The Wall Street Report and the gaming industry now has unionized workers. 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 18 March 2024

Welcome to a brand new week and the Business News Headlines for Monday the 18th day of March. We'll kick things off with what the U.S. Central Bank is likely to do this week and a question if their 2% inflation rate target is...legit. And, of course we'll answer the question as to why prices in the U.S. continue to be so much higher than before the pandemic. 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. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The Fed wants you to be patient but are you?
Why the price of so many things remains high;
Businesses know you want to feel special...for a price;
March Madness and more gambling allowed;
The housing market may be bouncing back;
Target and Express Check-Out and why;
The Wall Street Report;
Might the third time be a charm in Chattanooga?
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 7 March 2024

It was a wild day on Wall Street as data and the second day of Jerome Powell on Capital Hill spurred investors to invest. And, yes, the S&P 500 hit yet another milestone above 5,100. It's been exciting to watch.  We'll cover that story and more today the 7th of March. 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. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
A day that ends in a "Y" sees another sketchy AI story;
MACA!  Make America Chew Again...gum that is.  We have the story;
Attorneys General and Meta and Bad Actors taking over accounts;
Starbucks has new offerings for spring. Us?  Hmmmm;
The blowout Wall Street Report;
Getting insurance for home and business is going to get...difficult.
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 1 March 2024

Welcome to a new month which will see not only St. Patrick's Day but also our youngest son celebrating his birthday.  You go Aaron! Coming up in the Business News Headlines a story about the "Ghosts of Cable TV".  It's a deep dive into the changing viewing habits of Americans and well worth your time. Then a reminder we're back with Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review at Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL and yes, we stream.  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. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
What happened to MTV, BET, HGTV and others?
It's a story about the "Ghosts of Cable TV";
Are our railroads...safe?  Growing concern among many;
Public Money for Private Schools...the fight in Nebraska;
The Wall Street Report;
The hits keep coming...another EV manufacturing company.
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 28 February 2024

In yet another sign that inflation is coming under control Cox Automotive says price increases are much lower and in some cases dealership are actually cutting prices. That story kicks things off today the 28th day of February. Thanks for being with us.  Yesterday we tried something very different in sharing our stories.  We saw a big rise in downloads.  We'll give that a try again today...hey, that's the back-story.  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. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The "deflation" of vehicle prices and why;
So, Wendy's what exactly is "dynamic pricing"?
How is the U.S. economy doing?  We'll share the latest;
President Biden and privacy issues;
Gasoline prices are rising. Three reasons as to why;
The Wall Street Report;
Getting less for more?  We're talking about hotels.
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 27 February 2024

Welcome back to The Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 27th day of February as we get ready to "leap" into March. Sorry...had to. Are you ready for "surge pricing" at a popular burger chain?  That story is up first today and if you give us less than 10 minutes you'll be up to speed on some of the big stories of the day.  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. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today:
What is "surge pricing" and will it work for burgers?
This is...weird: Consumers are not as "confident" and
They are now more worried about a recession;
The underlying issue with the Kroger/Albertsons merger;
Sony laying off workers in its gaming division;
Chatbots and Voting...what could go wrong...oy!
The Wall Street Report;
Tuition free medical school. Where and why...we'll share.
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.