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The Business News Headlines 27 January 2021

Already mid-week.  Welcome to the Wednesday Edition of the business news headlines and, yes, we've got about ten minutes worth to get you up to speed. Remember you can follow us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour.  Here's what made the headlines today:
One word put the markets in a tailspin;
Boeing reported earnings today...ouch;
Forced labor in China is a story;
ThreadUp to go public;
CVS & Walgreens in hot water;
The rise of the independent investor;
The Wall Street Report;
Retirement woes is a real deal.
Those stories plus, for the interview, it's Jaylin Cavil from the Black Liberation Movement. While politics takes center stage here there are a host of business related issues that are connected such as wages, health care, productivity and financial security. Jaylin also explains the name change and we break down the organizations six legislative demands...no, not requests...but...demands.  To listen, click here.
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The Business News Headlines 22 January 2021

It's the end of an amazing week. Welcome to the Friday Edition of the Business News Headlines plus the hyper-local "Stuff to DO" in the Greater Des Moines Metro with Jeff Pitts from Cityview Magazine.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Wall Street takes a pause and why;
Home sales were brisk during the holidays;
Looking for a job? Tesla is hiring and...
Unemployed and turning down a job;
Welcome to Texas now, start drilling;
The Wall Street Report;
If grocery delivery is so hot why cut 1,900 jobs?
Those stories PLUS Jeff Pitts from Cityview Magazine is in...lots of fun stuff just a click away. Check it here! 
Thanks for listening! 

The Business News Headlines 21 January 2021

There has been a flurry of activity coming from the Biden White House and some of it centers on the world of business. That story leads off today and a reminder, you can follow us on Twitter, all day, @IOB_NewsHour.  Let's go:
A slew of executive orders & some impact business;
A judge says the NRA lawsuit can go forward;
United Airlines stock pulled back today and why;
Social Media site Parler heard from a judge;
Electric Vehicles are a winner for automakers;
Ford Motor stock has done what since...Tuesday?
The Wall Street Report
New jobless numbers lower but...
New housing construction on a roll;
But, commercial office space, ouch.
Thanks for listening! 

The Business News Headlines 19 January 2021

It is Inauguration Eve in the United States and some of the business news reflected that reality. Here is what we have for you and remember, you can join us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour.
Treasury Nominee Janet Yellen spoke up today;
How about some lab created seafood;
AMC Theaters found some cash and...
Yes we have a story about "floating rocket launch pads";
The massive teacher shortage is...here;
Some interesting FCC news from the SCOTUS;
The Wall Street Report;
And, "relocation regrets" from some folks.
For the interview it's Julia McGuire with a review of the 1,000 Friends of Iowa Development Awards for 2020. Some amazing things going on in the Hawkeye State in big cities and tiny towns.  To listen in, just click here.
Thanks for listening! 

Cities and Towns Reimagine and Grow Opportunity: Meet Julia McGuire

We've reported, for years, about the struggle some towns and cities are having in their effort to either stem an outward migration or create a community where there are new possibilities for growth.  Here Julia McGuire from 1,000 Friends of Iowa offers up a look at the Best Development Award winners who are being recognized for their efforts. It's a wide swath of projects and a good story.
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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.

Business News Headlines 13 January 2021

It's midweek and we've got the business news headlines for you.  In less than ten minutes you are up to speed on some of the biggest business stories of the day.  Here's what we've got for you:
Tax forms and "Tax Time" one done...the other;
Investors and Chaos the thought is;
The House does impeach President Trump a second time;
Airlines/Airports and security;
Some Chinese products now banned;
Amazon and Parler headed to court;
Boeing has a new safety person;
Tesla has a major new rival;
The Wall Street Report;
Yet another pandemic trend.
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 December 2020

While we may be winding down 2020 there isn't a lack of business news headlines and here is what we've got for you today:
Holiday travel is up and we're worried;
The Main Street Lending Program is extended;
McConnell rebuffs the House and the president;
A list of stuff that will increase in price next year;
The Wall Street Report
Business opportunities looking at us in the face.
Thanks for listening and connect with us on Twitter: @IOB_NewsHour. 

The Business News Headlines 28 December 2020

We hope you had a safe and meaningful Christmas Weekend and it's good to be back with you for the business news headlines on your time. BTW you can reach out to us on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour and stay up to date all day long.  Here's what we've got for you today:
President Trump reverses course;
The House votes to increase stimulus dollars;
The Santa Claus Rally;
A nifty job benefit if you can get it;
Another vaccine trial is underway;
Trouble for business in China;
Wonder Woman 1984 hauls in the cash;
The Wall Street Report;
The travel industry remake.
Those stories PLUS, for the interview it's Carrie Hansen and Jason Parkin from Clear Mortgage a company with not one but two goals.  To hear that, just click this link.
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Clear Mortgage - Building Relationships

Here's a conversation about a business that has two goals.  Clear Mortgage is, first, a company that helps buyers or folks that wish to refinance their home a simple and clear way of getting that done. It is also a business opportunity for people who wish to make the transition into mortgage lending. My guests are Carrie Hansen a division director with the firm and Jason Parkin who does business development and media relations. Let's go...

The Business News Headlines 24 December 2020

It was a short day on Wall Street but there was no lack of business news stories. Here's what we've got for you on this Christmas Eve:
The fight that may put Fox News in court;
China and a monopoly probe;
Home mortgage rates have dropped...again;
What about 2021 and Wall Street;
The Wall Street Report;
Republicans block further stimulus dollars;
Remote working causes headaches for states;
The boring holiday gift that is red hot.
Those stories plus we're talking cars and trucks with Julie Blackley from ISeeCars.com. But, not just any vehicle...we're talking about the hot consumer choices in the U.S. and by region. To listen and learn more about what the company does for consumers....CLICK HERE.