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The Business News Headlines 6 December 2024

Welcome back and we'll kick things off today with the jobs report from the Labor Department which was all, good news. This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 6th day of December and thank you for being with us.  If you want to hook up with us on social media you can find us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  And our website is just a click away where you can scroll through all of our newscasts. Here's what we've got for you today:
The Jobs Report was stunning and some news about wages;
More troubles for TikTok;
Corporate executives and security. Something else to worry about;
Milk testing must be done says the USDA and why;
Some major economic data points coming next week;
The Wall Street Report;
The nation is angry and looking at the health insurance companies.
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 5 December 2024

Welcome back to the Business News Headlines for this the 5th day of December, we're glad you are with us. Words...matter and our first story tonight is about the words that were written on the ammo used to murder insurance CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. That's first and if you want to hook up with us on social media you can find us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  And our website is just a click away where you can scroll through all of our newscasts. Here's what we've got for you today:
What does “deny,” “defend” and “depose” mean?
The work/life balance is not working for...women;
Bitcoin is having a big time and why;
A confusing story about Boeing, a judge and DEI;
We have a restaurant resurrection  story for you;
Honda issues a recall notice. Think gas and fire;
The Wall Street Report;
Thrust into the spotlight is security for top level executives.
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 November 2024

For those of you who have followed our newscast for some time know that we stay away from politics. There is enough of that out there. However when political issues like tariffs come up we take a look at what they may mean for not only the economy but also you the consumer. That story is first up today. Thanks for being with us.  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:
The Trump Tariffs and the impact on consumers;
Canada weighs in on tariffs and it's not pretty;
What will the Fed do about interest rates?  Some thoughts;
President Biden wants Medicaid and Medicare to cover weight loss drugs;
It seems oil companies are not so keen on "Drill Baby, Drill" and why;
Elon Musk is limiting outside news on X;
The Wall Street Report;
Department store chain Kohls has a leadership change 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 22 November 2024

Today, November 22nd marks the 61st anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. First up today I'll share that memory with you. It is as vivid today as what it was those sixty-one years ago. Our first business story is about what McDonald's is doing to win you back and what has happened to the cost of eating out.  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:
McDonald's and Meal Deals and why that is happening;
The markets had a great week and set new records;
Budget airlines may have to step up their game;
Fox Corp. wants a judge to toss a lawsuit tied to the 2020 election lies;
Have you heard about the $10.99 loaf of bread in California?
The Wall Street Report;
Americans weigh in on how much money you must make in a year to be...successful.
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 Monks Brandy Company with Will Rogers

Today you'll hear from entrepreneur Will Rogers who, with his wife Hannah, created The Monks Brandy Company.  We caught up with Will at a second anniversary party for the brand. He sits down with me to chat about why, in just two years, this venture has grown, the inside details of their signature cocktail The Alexander what he's got planned for 2025 and some interesting brandy facts about the Midwest. 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. 
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 a Brandy Story 13 November 2024

Welcome to the Wednesday Edition of The Business News Headlines where we kick things off talking about the return of inflation. For the conversation you'll hear from entrepreneur Will Rogers who, with his wife Hannah, created The Monks Brandy Company.  We caught up with Will at a second anniversary party for the brand.  And, say, 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 baaaaack, inflation that is;
Markets closed mixed;
Have you heard about Bluesky? You will today;
Amazon launches a new "discount" storefront and why;
Some shocking food delivery news hit today;
The Wall Street Report;
Layoffs at NASA?  Yep, and why.
For the conversation you'll hear from entrepreneur Will Rogers who, with his bride Hannah, launched The Monks Brandy Company.  He sits down with me to chat about why, in just two years, this venture has grown, the inside details of their signature cocktail The Alexander  what he's got planned for 2025 and some interesting brandy facts about the Midwest.
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 12 November 2024

It was a different day on Wall Street as the "Trump Trade" took a breather and we'll share those numbers with you in just a bit. Thanks for being here for the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 12th day of November. And, say, 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 "Trump Trade" takes a pause;
Longtime journalist Chris Wallace leaves CNN;
TikTok may have a new lease on life;
Single's Day in China was a bust and why;
A strange explosion in Louisville has folks "sheltering in place";
This year 11 restaurant chains have filed for Chapter 11 we'll share;
The Wall Street Report;
And, finally Spotify and...profit!
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 November 2024

Welcome back to the Business News Headlines for this Thursday afternoon. Our top story is about the much anticipated Central Bank rate cut and what Fed Chair Jerome Powell had to say when asked about Donald Trump returning to the White House in January. He was...blunt. 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:
The Fed  Rate Cut and what that means;
Markets closed mixed today;
Inflation is still an issue in many sectors. We'll break it down;
Australia is out to  protect kids. Think Social Media;
More labor news out of Alabama. Think Amazon...again;
The Wall Street Report;
And, the Red Cups are out and what Starbucks hopes happens.
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 October 2024

Over at Boeing workers remain on the picket line.  So, what's their beef with the company? We'll share that story first. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 24th day of October, thanks for being with us.  And today we've got a great business conversation for you with our friend Alison Haider and it all has to do with your and your career. But, even more than that if you are an employer you know it's much more costly to recruit than retain. So, why not give your employees the power to increase their interpersonal skills and become even more valuable to your business.  Makes sense to us. Here's what we've got for you today:
Boeing workers reject the company offer;
So, what is it they really want?  We'll share;
Surprise the weekly jobless report came in lower;
It's becoming harder to be a Starbucks customer;
Onions are back in the news;
Tesla had a big day and Elon became more wealthy;
The Wall Street Report;
Keurig Dr. Pepper is betting big money on energy drinks.
For the conversation we welcome back Alison Haider the Chief Learning Officer at Tero International as we talk about the career benefits of ramping up your interpersonal skills. This is a big deal for you the employee and also a big deal if you are the employer.  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 14 October 2024

We're back with the Business News Headlines for Monday the 14th day of October. Good to be with you.  We were out for a couple of days due to the holiday of Yom Kippur but ready to get things rolling again this week with the Business News Headlines. 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 Nobel Prize for Economics is a big story;
Who was Lilly Ledbetter?  We'll share;
Stellantis CEO points fingers at sales failure;
FEMA pausing work and the reason will blow you away;
Big changes about to happen with employer health care;
The Wall Street Report;
The company is cutting back on "deals" we'll share who.
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.