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The Business News Headlines 30 August 2022

It wasn't that long ago that some retailers were saying they would offer steep discounts to lure shoppers. Now some are singing a different tune and are going to “pack and hold", the stock market slid again and the real reason we’re 4 million homes short in the U.S.  Those stories and more on this edition of Insight on Business – Headline News for Tuesday the 30th of August…thanks for being here 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: 
Pack & Hold or Sell It Off;
Big Lots is getting back to lower prices;
The markets tanked again and so too did oil;
Why are we 4 million homes short in the U.S.?
The lawyers for Elon Musk are busy...think Twitter;
The U.S. is reshoring jobs at a crazy pace;
Gas prices have now fallen for 70 days stright;
Consumer confidence is up;
The Wall Street Report;
Flying? Airlines say they will struggle for months.
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 25 August 2022

Welcome back!  So, mortgage Rates have jumped again, Wall Street does a major turnaround (that surprised many) and FedEx partners threaten to stop holiday deliveries.  It’s the business news headlines for Thursday the 25th day of August, 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: 
Rising rates put the hurt on housing;
A surprise from Wall Street and a word about oil;
Just in time for the holidays...more shipping issues;
Layoffs may be a good thing as workers finding  jobs quickly;
Let's talk about the real reason there is inflation....shocking;
Increasing profits by shrinking product;
Credit Card Interest rates...up and may go higher;
The Wall Street Report;
Some good news from the IRS?  Yep.
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 15 August 2022

As to the “recession” it looks like consumers didn’t get the memo…as they continue to roll with the punches. And, it's day number five of the Great Iowa State Fair.  Just so you know. Welcome back to the business news headlines for Monday the 15th of August, 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:
Recession? What recession?
Starbucks says smells something fishy;
Stocks rose but oil fell...big time;
The auto industry and lost jobs;
Consumer switching to cheaper items;
We have a food recall for you;
The Wall Street Report;
And, this is "Well Being Week" did you know?
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 11 August 2022

It was a one – two punch of good economic news…we think...but that couldn't hold Wall Street together. Oh and tonight the Chicago Cubs face off against the Cincinnati Reds in Iowa at the Field of Dreams.  Will I be watching?  Yep.  It’s the business news headlines for Thursday the 11th 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:
Some economic news to chew over;
The DOJ and former President Trump;
Walgreens needs pharmacists how badly?
Happy Holidays - The USPS is raising rates;
The Chicago Mayor has words about companies leaving;
A fight at at GM plant results in the death of a worker;
The Wall Street Report;
Gen X worries about caring for their aging parents.
For the interview you'll meet Julie Gammack the founder of the Okoboji Writers Retreat. This is an amazing adventure for any creative to attend. Here we talk about who should go, what to expect and how much fun the event offers. In other words we ain't stuffy.  To listen, 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 8 August 2022

While it's not really business news this story could impact a decision to move to a state or...not.  We're talking murder rates.  It's the business news headlines for Monday the 8th day of August, thanks for being here.  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:
States that lead in the rate of murders in ten years;
You'll find that story amazing and not what you are expecting;
The price of oil went up today;
No, you can't switch "Made In" labels as this company learned;
Two talking  points from the Inflation Reduction Act;
A big increase in social security payments?
Some surprising inflation news from the New York Fed;
The Wall Street Report;
Serious concerns about the housing market.
For the interview we took this one on the road.  My guest is Ken Chester the founder and host of Roadworthy Drive and we did it while we were rolling down the road.  Hey we were talking about cars, technology and transportation so...why not.  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. 
 

The Business News Headlines 1 August 2022

Is it too early for a scary story about…Halloween?  It’s the business news headlines for Monday the first day of August…thanks for being with us everybody. And stick around for a conversation with Jeff Stein from News/Talk 1540 KXEL as we chat about birthdays, broadcasting, the spoken word and its impact on consumers. 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:
Scary Stuff from Hershey;
A sports retailer closes all their stores;
USPS to cut 50,000 jobs;
Boeing and some good news for a change;
P&G, Cascade and Idle Dishwashers...it's a story;
Drone delivery coming big to six states;
Some union news about Starbucks;
The Wall Street Report;
Studying the four-day work week.
For the interview it's Jeff Stein from News/Talk 1540 KXEL as we chat it up about the business of broadcasting, listeners, their 80th Birthday Party and a bunch more about the impact of the spoken word.  To listen in, 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 29 July 2022

In case you were wondering…the Markets had their best month since November of 2020….even while talking…recession. It’s the business news headlines for Friday the 29th day of July…thanks for being here. 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:
If the sky is falling what's going on with Wall Street;
He says major layoffs are coming and more bad news;
Wait, what happened to consumer spending?
Guess who recorded record profits...come on you know;
Warren Buffett has a classic line for you.  Such wisdom;
Let's dig deeper into this "Recession Thingy";
What states consumer the most gas by person?  We have a list;
The Wall Street Report;
So, you want a paycheck or free chicken?  Ouch!
That's a wrap and 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.