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The Business News Headlines 5 September 2023

Good to be back with you and if you live in the U.S. we hope that you had a safe and fun Labor Day Holiday while remembering where this all came from.  Coming up today some of the business news headlines that will get you up to speed and all you have to do is spend about twelve minutes with us.  If you want to reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The U.S. manufacturer says "No!" to an car air bag recall;
An update on the UAW contract talks and what the union wants;
Water pollution and Lake Michigan made the news;
Heard of Korean Corn Dogs? You will today;
Pharmacists are speaking out on the danger of...drug stores;
The Wall Street Report;
Companies waited until after Labor Day for RTO guidelines
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 1 September 2023

Welcome to September and the Business News Headlines for the first day of a new month. A programing note: We will air this Sunday at Noon Central and only on News/Talk 1540 KXEL (and yes we stream) however because the markets are closed on Monday we too will be out of here.  Hope you get to enjoy the Labor Day Holiday Weekend and stay safe. To reach us on social media and if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
There was a surprise in the jobs report;
A highchair recall made the news today;
Just how do you define "escort"? A trial in Phoenix;
Bed, Bath & Beyond lives and the company is noisy;
The UAW says "unfair labor practices";
ESPN goes dark on Charter Communications;
The Wall Street Report;
The ugly truth about staffing in nursing homes.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines and a Small Business Spotlight 30 August 2023

Midweek and we're back with some of the business news that made headlines today. In addition we're traveling to Union, South Carolina for a Small Business Spotlight segment featuring DC Heavy Hydraulics a company headed by Ann Kerr. They can boast of surprising growth in just eight years.  Why? We asked.  Meanwhile, to reach us on social media if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The astounding GDP of the USA and why;
Working overtime but not getting paid? About to change;
China put on notice to play by the rules or...
More union news this time flight attendants;
Big Pharma not happy and why;
The Wall Street Report;
A surprising number of new business openings and by who.
For the interview you'll meet Ann Kerr the General Manager of DC Heavy Hydraulics a company based in the tiny town of Union, South Carolina. Over the eight years they have been in business the company has seen rapid growth in not only the U.S. but also Canada. What's responsible for this?  We asked an Ann answered.  To listen to that conversation click on this link. 
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines and More 29 August 2023

Back with the business news headlines for this the 29th day of August and we're feeling it in the air that lots of you are already planning ahead for a long labor day weekend.  We kick things off today with a couple of data points that moved Wall Street and a reminder for you to click ahead for an amazing conversation about how you can become a better leader by becoming an "active listener". Our guest is Ro Crosbie from Tero International with some solid tips. Meanwhile, to reach us on social media if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Fewer open jobs and fewer people quitting and why it matters;
Consumer say they are worried about the economy;
So, why are they spending on big time vacations?
The "face of American Industrialization" and a buyout;
A new report on how unions can save the middle-class;
The Wall Street Report;
Consumer grow tired of "rounding up" for charity.
For the interview we'll share tips on how to become a more "active listener". It would seem that the advice we got as kids in the form of "Shut up and listen!" may not have been the best advice. Here Ro Crosbie the Founder, President and CEO of Tero International share with you some very effective tools to help you better engage, lead and understand. Plus something we found interesting for non-profits and charitable organizations...the gift of education. To listen to that conversation click this link.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 23 August 2023

Midweek and yes, here in the Midwest it is HOT.  The thermometer tells us that at news time the "real" temp was 102 which beats the old record of 99 degrees. Meanwhile the increased humidity is making it feel more like 120. And today was the first day of school for many here in Iowa and a number of schools ended the day early mostly because cooling was not keeping up with the hot weather. Thanks for being with us and, if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
What in the world is driving the U.S. Economy? We have thoughts;
A UPS strike would have been bad...but it's averted with a new contract;
Improved safety coming for dollar store workers;
Kohls reports Q2 results which were lower but...there is a but;
The surprising "reservation salary" for new workers is stunning;
The Wall Street Report;
Buying a home? You might want to think "smaller" as many are.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
 

The Business News Headlines and More 22 August 2023

It's the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 22nd day of August and kids from all across the State of Iowa are headed back to school tomorrow. It's only fitting then that we should sit down with the Superintendent of the Des Moines Public Schools Dr. Ian Roberts who has an amazing background and passion for education. You'll want to stick around and listen to that conversation. And, thanks for being here and, if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Housing, Rates and Inventory;
About those mortgage rates;
Macy's made retail news today;
So too did Dick's Sporting Goods;
Charles Schwab to cut jobs and office space and why;
The Wall Street Report;
The FAA to investigate way too many close calls.
For the interview you'll meet an amazing person who recently took on the position as Superintendent of the Des Moines Public Schools. We sat down with Dr. Ian Roberts the day before students head back into the classroom and what a conversation. You will hear it in his voice...the passion he has for each student and every staff member in the district. We found him to be...an exciting leader. To listen to that conversation click this link.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.
 

The Business News Headlines 16 August 2023

It's the business news headlines for Wednesday the 16th day of August with only four more days of the Great Iowa State Fair.  Yes, you can take a peek and see what we get to do for eleven days each August. Thanks for being with us. And, if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The Fed Minutes of the July meeting are out and...
More Teamsters news and this time about Amazon;
Faith, Southwest Airlines and a Judge = Law Suit;
Got skills but turned down because no college degree?
All of that may be changing and why;
The Wall Street Report;
Chick-fil-a and their per store sales.  Amazing!
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 15 August 2023

Welcome back to our daily look at some of the top business news headlines and their impact on you and your family. Today is Tuesday the 15th day of August.  Thanks for being with us. And, if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
The "HOT" Retail Sales Report surprised;
What, exactly, is Bidenomics and it's impact on the U.S.?
UAW Members about to vote to authorize a strike;
Companies now making counter offers to quitters and why;
The practice of "cash stuffing" and Gen Z;
The Wall Street Report;
How caregiving impacts the pay gap between men and women.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 14 August 2023

Welcome back to the Monday Edition of the Business News Headlines, any yes, we are in the final week of the great Iowa State Fair.  Go ahead and have a look.  Today we've got a couple of stories about retail, inflation and how you are feeling about the whole deal.  And, if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
A critical report is due tomorrow we'll share;
President Biden on automakers and the UAW;
What's the "cost per wear" of your clothing?
How much more are you spending due to inflation?
But, there is a but to that report;
What do American's think about inflation going forward?
The Wall Street Report;
That billionaire cage fight?  We have an update.
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...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Business News Headlines 9 August 2023

For those of you in the know...know that today, here in Iowa, it's State Fair Eve. Yep, the Iowa State Fair opens it's gates on Thursday and over one million people are expected to attend the eleven day adventure.  Long ago voted the number one state fair in the nation...it's something to see.  Enjoy and thanks for being here for the business news headlines. Give us under twelve minutes and you'll be up to speed on some of the biggest business news stories of the day. And, if you're on Threads you can find us @Insight_On_Business. And you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram.  Here's what we've got for you today:
Sorry China we can't do business with you...
Apple is about to mess with your muscle memory;
The writers strike hits 100 days...now what?
Climate Change and massive insurance losses;
One U.S. city has kicked inflation to the curb;
The Wall Street Report;
Target to give more options to shoppers 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 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.