The markets slid yet again today making this September, like many, rough on Wall Street. Here's what we've got on tap for you today:
- They are not going quietly...think TicTok;
- Tesla sues the Trump Administration and why;
- The Fed offers a somber update on the economy;
- Volkswagen is on a mission and you are the target;
- Scams are on the rise and we'll give you some samples;
- Who is responsible for a lack of small business capital;
- The Wall Street Report;
- Climate change and big name responses.
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Welcome to the Thursday Edition of the business news headlines for the 6th day of August, 2020. Here's what we've got cooked up for you today:
- New York State seeks to dissolve the NRA;
- Gold prices and the possibility of $4,000 an ounce;
- Some scary job numbers;
- Uber reported second quarter results;
- How miserable is the United States;
- The Wall Street Report;
- Airlines and air fares...it's a mess.
Those stories plus you’ll meet hospital CEO Brian Dieter and CFO Gary Botine...as we discuss an issue that impacts nearly every hospital in the nation...and how that impacts you...the citizen. To listen to that segment, click here.
It was a tough day on Wall Street as several factors fed the sell off. Here are the business news stories we've got for you today:
- Fleeing high priced cities and landing good jobs;
- When will theaters reopen;
- More layoffs in the news business;
- New weekly jobless numbers go up;
- The Wall Street Report;
- Poland sues...Ikea. No, really.
Those stories plus an in depth conversation about bankruptcy with attorney Jeffery Goetz from the Bradshaw Law Firm. We're going to talk about the economy, who is being pushed into bankruptcy, the need for businesses and individuals to reach out and so much more. Listen to our conversation here.
It's one of those subjects that, due to the economic reality of the times, is top of mind among many corporations, small businesses and individuals. We're talking bankruptcy with Jeffery Goetz from the Branshaw Law Firm. What are the options? What should businesses be thinking about? Who should they reach out to? We'll also talk about two camps of businesses who now may be in trouble, student loan debt and the differences in the various forms of bankruptcy. Meet Jeff Goetz and here is a link directly to his information.
Ever wonder where the disconnect is? Stocks rallied today while 32% of Americans missed making their July housing payment. Here are the stories we've got for you today:
- That housing story is a shocker;
- Americans are moving and why;
- Mortgage rates hit an all time low;
- Amazon to share more sellers information;
- Fraud and the Paycheck Protection Program...no, really?
- Companies slash dividends and it's a big number;
- The Wall Street Report
- Colleges sue the Trump administration.
Those stories plus you'll meet two summer interns who are working and learning at Tero International. Meet Jessica Durbala and Niko Dedic and what they are doing, where they hope to go and what opportunities are in front of them. To listen, click here.
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It's becoming harder and harder to square what is going on with Wall Street while the nation grapples with even more COVID19 cases. Welcome back and this is what we've got for you today:
- Americans are saving more...but is it enough;
- A surprise announcement about new home sales in May;
- Let's peek into your closet for...cash;
- J.C. Penny closing more stores;
- Johnson & Johnson loses their appeal;
- The Wall Street Report
- Dr. Fauci testified today; scary news.
Thanks for listening!
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Welcome back to the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 7th of May. Here's what we've go on tap for you today:
- Caution to the wind or are investors just pumped;
- On the retail front another department store files Chapter 11;
- Meanwhile an Iowa based department chain will open tomorrow;
- Malls are opening up but they are not being met by...shoppers;
- Canned food is a big business so to is making the cans;
- Pizza seems to be a hit during the pandemic;
- We've got the Wall Street Report
- And, WHAT? No more "free lunch" in Silicon Valley?
Those stories and an impactful conversation with Constitutional Law Professor George Isaacson who is also the Senior Partner for the law firm Brann & Isaacson for another conversation about online sales and sales tax. With over 12,000 tax bodies in the United States it's increasingly difficult to manage and collect taxes. However, there is a solution. We open up by talking about the Constitution and trade. To hear that conversation just click here.
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While in Maricopa, Arizona for the National Tractor Parts Dealer Association (NTPDA) Annual Conference and Trade Show we were able to sit down with Professor George Isaacson who is also the Senior Partner for the law firm Brann & Isaacson for another conversation about online sales and sales tax. With over 12,000 tax bodies in the United States it's increasingly difficult to manage and collect taxes. However, there is a solution. We open up by talking about the Constitution and trade.
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on Google Play, 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.
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Coming soon to the Tomorrow Plan Speakers Series is Professor Gregory Shill from the University of Iowa School of Law. Here, in a preview of his talk with information gleaned from his recent article in The Atlantic, Greg shares with us the disturbing reality of how motor vehicles, by law, have taken over so much of our lives. How the nation, states and communities have played into our "vehicle obsession". Finally we'll talk about what makes a community a "Lovable Community". To register for the Tomorrow Plan Speakers Series on 14 May follow this link.
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on Google Play, 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.
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