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The Business News Headlines 3 January 2025

Welcome to a brand new year and the Business News Headlines.  Great to be back in the studio. Coming up today some of the big business news stories of the day along with what happened on Wall Street. This is the Friday Edition and we're glad you are with us. If you want to follow 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 and all in under 12 minutes:
President Biden says...NO!
Safety ahead of profit?  Good luck with that;
Tesla sales for 2024? We'll share the numbers;
Another baseball story hit today;
Women's soccer headed to a new town at a hefty price;
Delayed flights is going to cost this airline plenty;
So has Siri been listening in?  A court says yes and a big fine;
Some big news from the jobs front due out next week;
The Wall Street Report;
Will booze go the way of smokes? Think health warnings.
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 December 2024

Welcome to Friday and the Business News Headlines for this the 27th day of December. We kick things off today with a look at what happened on Wall Street on this holiday shortened week and then get into a story about factions in Trump World that spilled into social media this week. Speaking of social media, if you want to follow 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 and all in under 11 minutes:
Wall Street puts on the breaks and what happened;
A very public spat going on in Trump World;
Another telecom hacked by China;
A disturbing story about murder and insurance companies;
Another stow-away on a Delta flight...how do they do this?
The Wall Street Report;
The impact "Porch Pirates" are having on shipping costs.
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 11 December 2024

The continuing story about inflation kick us off today and what might the Central Bank think as we hope for a rate cut next week.  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 1th day of December, thanks for being with us.  Meanwhile, should you want to follow 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:
Inflation ticked up last month. What's next?
The Time Person of the Year has been named;
The grocery store saga continues with one suing the other;
Apple is upping its game in the world of AI;
Not to be left out...so too is Google;
The Supreme Court will let a class action suit go forward;
Canada's Central Bank slashed interest rates and worry about Trump Tariffs;
The Wall Street Report;
Some big time NFL news...think value.
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 10 December 2024

How can Small Business Owners get a larger slice of the pie?  We have some thoughts and that kicks us off this evening. Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 10th day of December, glad you're with us. Also,  should you want to follow 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:
Small Business Tips for this Holiday Sales Season;
Consumers who were "tricked" into purchases get money back;
A U.S. airline adds Tokyo and Seoul to it's destinations;
A key economic report is due out tomorrow...some thoughts;
A federal judge has blocked the merger of two grocery giants and why;
The Wall Street Report;
A troubled automaker looks to China and Spain for EV batteries.
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 9 December 2024

We're back with the Business News Headlines for today the 9th day of December and thanks so much for being with us again. Our first story today is about an iconic brand that just may get sold. Should you want to follow 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 sweet story about the potential sale of a candy company;
It's been a tough year for fast food restaurants;
Now a regional sandwich chain files for Chapter 11;
Boeing has announced a number of job cuts;
China is doing a brisk EV business in Mexico;
Tesla announced a "Mini-Tesla" due out next year;
The price of gasoline continues to drop;
The Wall Street Report;
More TikTok drams in the courts.
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 25 November 2024

There is a reason the Blue Chips had an astonishing day on Monday and we'll cover that story and more in this edition of the Business News Headlines for the 25th day of November. 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 Dow gained a whopping 440 points and a new record;
Google is in more hot water with the Justice Department;
California to offer EV rebates if Trump cuts them;
Macy's unable to post results and the reason is wild;
Yes, we were also without Outlook 365;
The Wall Street Report;
Retailer are hoping for a strong season but will it come?
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 15 November 2024

Welcome to the Friday Edition of the Business News Headlines where we start out today talking about YOU the American Consumer.  It seems you are keeping the economy humming by increased retail sales. Also, a reminder that we're back with Insight on Business the News Hour, Week in Review this Sunday at Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL and we do stream. 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:
Retail sales are up...again and we'll share the numbers;
The "Trump Bump" has left the building'
Australia and keeping kids safe from social media;
A Detroit man steels $44 million and we'll share the story;
Labor unrest in Las Vegas;
Some stunning news about Tesla;
The Wall Street Report;
McDonald's spending millions to say its food is...safe.
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 November 2024

Fed Chair Jerome Powell spoke in Dallas today and made it clear that the Central Bank would slowly and deliberately reduce the prime lending rate. But he is still concerned about inflationary pressures.  And, yes, we'll have that story to share with you. 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:
Fed Chair Jerome Powell will be...cautious;
Markets sank a bit and why;
Seems that wholesale inflation is back;
A nursing home company to pay a hefty fine;
Meanwhile, Smithfield Foods employed minors they too get a fine;
Chipotle is facing a lawsuit. Think portion sizes and social media;
Advance Auto Parts to close hundreds of stores and why;
The Wall Street Report;
Disney shared some Q3 numbers and they are....mixed.
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 30 October 2024

Starbucks and olive oil drinks kick us off today. Also in the newscast as you know we don't do politics here BUT former President Donald Trump is responsible for The Big Lie 2.0 and it's about the economy. We couldn't let this slide and we'll share the facts. Ugh...  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 Starbucks Menu loses olive oil;
Some great news about the economy and inflation;
It's a FIRST for Reddit and we'll share what happened;
More retail holiday sales news to report;
The Boeing Corporation met with strikers and why that matters;
Subway has been hit with a lawsuit there are photos to prove it;
Trump and the Big Lie 2.0. We could not let this stand;
The Wall Street Report;
Job growth continues and we'll share the numbers from ADP.
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.