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The Business News Headlines 16 October 2024

Welcome back and today we kick things off talking about cars and trucks. It's yet another story about Stellantis. This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 16th day of October and thanks for bring with us.  Should 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:
More disappointing news our of Stellantis;
PepsiCo, Chips and Shrinkflation;
The USPS has some changes coming, some may not like;
More about that expanded meat recall;
A 75 year old hardware company files for bankruptcy;
The Wall Street Report;
And how about expectations for holiday shopping?  We have news!
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 with Ro Crosbie 15 October 2024

It's the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 15th day of October and in this part of the country we're expecting much colder temps tonight.  Welcome to Fall. Coming up some of the top business news stories plus a conversation with Ro Crosbie the Founder, President and CEO of Tero International. Our topic is emotion. How to best keep your emotions in check is good for business but, how to get there?  Ro has some suggestions. 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:
A losing day on Wall Street kicks us off;
Drugstore chains are struggling;
Dealing with insurance companies after a disaster;
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed and it is a shocker;
The Wall Street Report;
Big Banks?  Doing just fine, thank you very much.
For the interview you'll hear from Ro Crosbie of Tero International about emotions and how to best keep them in check. What a timely conversation given our national discourse these days. 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 10 October 2024

While Hurricane Milton is now a bit of a memory there are still repercussions revolving around the storm. At news time we reported that there were five fatalities which has now been upgraded to ten. We start out the newscast looking at a number of issues regarding the storm. 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:
Milton and the aftermath;
President Biden and harsh words for Donald Trump;
Inflation in the U.S. reaches its lowest point in years;
News about the Cost of Living increase for folks on Social Security;
TD Bank to pay billions in fines and why;
Yet another meat recall and listeria;
Higher mortgage rates were announced today;
The Wall Street Report;
Sobering news about mental health and the workplace.
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 8 October 2024

We are still reeling from Hurricane Helene and now an even more powerful storm is on the way.  Those two stories kick us off today.  Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 8th day of October.  Glad you are here again.  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 SBA Small Business Disaster Loan Program is in trouble;
Hurricane Milton is on the way to Tampa and we're worried;
Should there be a "drivers test" for automatous vehicles?
More legal troubles for TikTok;
Good news (we think) for baseball fans hit the news;
Low income renters in California denied contracts;
The Wall Street Report;
And, X heads back to Brazil.
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 October 2024 and Joe Galasso on Protein

We're back after several days off for the recent holiday.  Thanks for being with us on this Monday the 7th day of October.  Coming up some of the big business news stories of the day along with an interesting conversation with Joe Galasso who is with W.T. Associates a firm that helps farmers and ranchers with everything from genetics to bio-security to creating their own packing plant to serve you the consumer what you truly desire in protein. 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 Reality of October 7th;
Yet another hurricane headed toward Florida;
The Supreme Court and "Pharma Bro);
Female leadership in labor unions made the news;
The FTC vs. Amazon is on;
We're watching for some big economic reports this week;
What in the world is "The Doghouse"?  We'll share;
The Wall Street Report;
Holiday Shopping Season kicks off this week. What to expect.
For the interview you'll meet Joe Galasso from W.T. Associates think about increasing profits for farmers and ranchers with a host of options that range from bio-security to genetics to enabling producers to create their own packing facility to give consumers and restaurants what they really want when it comes to protein.  Think "Dirt to Dinner Plate".
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 1 October 2024

Welcome to the first day of October and cooler temps in our past of the country.  And, a programing reminder we are out of the studio this Thursday but will be back with the business news headlines on Friday evening. 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:
U.S. job openings surprised folks;
Striking dock workers may have the upper hand;
Dating apps and violence hit the news today;
Days after Helene power is still not on and why;
If the food in your fridge safe to eat?
We bet you have that conversation every week;
Speaking of food...National Taco Day!
The Wall Street Report;
And we're talking "chips" and nope not computer chips.
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 Dr. Beth Kaiser 30 September 2024

It is the final day of September and we're grateful you're with us again today. Coming up the Business News Headlines and then an impactful conversation with Dr. Beth Kaiser a veterinarian with Lap of Love which offers veterinary hospice care and in-home euthanasia. If you are a lover of pets you really need to hear this story and you need to know it's quite personal for our family. 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 impending dockworkers strike and what that means;
Verizon is still dealing with a massive service outage;
More consolidation coming as Direct TV makes a big purchase;
Renters in Omaha have had enough and have formed a union;
GM to lay off hundreds of workers and why;
The Wall Street Report;
An update on the damage and loss of live from Hurricane Helene.
For the conversation you'll meet Dr. Beth Kaiser a veterinarian who works with Lap of Love. Think hospice care for pets as well as in-home euthanasia. Lap of Love is now in some 35 states and if you are a lover of animals you really need to hear about this service. And, yes, it is personal.  We had to make this gut wrenching decision about our boy Oscar.  I had no idea this organization existed and now you all know as well. 
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 13 September 2024

It was a stunning reversal on Wall Street as we watched the markets correct what they lost the first week of September. Why? Some positive data about inflation as well as consumer sentiment. We'll cover all of that in just a moment. 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:
Boeing workers go out on strike;
The renewed power of labor unions;
Boars Head will close the troubled Virginia plant;
Ben Sasse, was, it would seem, a big Florida spender;
The need for skilled workers moves migration forward;
The Wall Street Report;
Consumers, that would be you, are feeling pretty good these days.
A reminder that we're back this Sunday, Noon Central, and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL with the Business Week in Review and, yes, we do stream.
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 12 September 2024

Today we got more good news from the inflation front and that's first up.  Also make sure you listen to my conversation with Cole Peterson the man behind Off the Line Performance.  This is no ordinary shop. Cole and his crew install custom motors and equipment that can boost the horsepower of a vehicle in the hundreds. While the cost isn't cheap...his business is booming. 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:
Wholesale inflation dips and we'll share the numbers;
Financial Crime is a big deal and we'll tell you that story;
Boeing is waiting to hear if workers will strike;
American Airlines cabin crews approve a contract;
The Wall Street Report;
Jeep and Ram dealers are mounting a revolt and why.
For the interview you'll meet Cole Peterson who loves fast vehicles and is the man behind Off the Line Performance a truly unique shop headquartered in Des Moines and that does business nationwide. Think high power performance for classic vehicles and more common cars, trucks and vans. Enjoy...we did! 
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 23 August 2024

Since Wednesday we've been expecting this and on Friday morning, in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Fed Chair Jerome Powell said it out loud, "The time has come...".  We're talking about a reduction in the federal prime rate come September and that kicks off our newscast this evening. 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:
Powell says it out loud. Now we wait;
And the markets reacted to what he said;
An update on that Canadian railroad strike;
Rents have spiked and now the Justice Department files suit;
Millions have been kicked off the internet. Why and what the FCC will do;
The Wall Street Report;
And, how about copyrighting a...smell?  But no ordinary smell.
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.