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Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Tuesday Nov 17, 2020
Welcome to the Tuesday Edition of the business news headlines and we start off with the sudden turn-around from several of the nation's governors:
The link between COVID and the Economy;
The markets faltered today and why;
More job cuts announced by a big bank;
FLIX Brewhouse closes...again;
Home Depot workers to see a wage spike;
A major candy manufacturer goes...healthy;
Tesla headed to the S&P 500;
The Wall Street Report;
Office perks losing their appeal.
Thanks for listening and you can follow us all day on Twitter @IOB_NewsHour.
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Welcome back to another Monday and the business news headlines for the 16th day of November. We start our newscast today talking about the holidays:
The Holidays vs. The Economy;
Might cash become obsolete?
Small toy stores fret the season;
The sad story of money and Venezuela;
The Wall Street Report;
All eyes on Moderna;
A big bank deal announced today.
Thanks for coming by for your quick fix on the business news headlines. If you want to follow us all day long just check Twitter @IOB_NewsHour.
Thanks for listening!
Friday Nov 13, 2020
Friday Nov 13, 2020
A quick look at some of the top business news stories for Friday the 13th Day of November. Here's what we've got for you:
Prices are going up in 2021...we have a list;
Wall Street back into Blue Chips;
GM announces a recall;
McDonald's and COVID inspections;
Oil & Gas prices dropped again;
It ain't over...over at Wells Fargo;
Some DoorDash IPO news;
The Wall Street numbers;
Amazon wants in your garage.
Those stories plus we get hyper-local with Jeff Pitts from Cityview Magazine and Stuff to DO in the Greater Des Moines Metro. From sports to The Nutcracker and some side stories too. To listen, click right here!
Thanks for coming by!
Friday Nov 13, 2020
Friday Nov 13, 2020
Each week Jeff Pitts the Managing Editor for Cityview Magazine drops in to chat it up about "Stuff to DO" in the Greater Des Moines Metro and he never disappoints. Now, if you are looking for some "serious stuff" nota gonna be here. We're talking Iowa High School Football, Hot Tubs at a "Blowout Expo" a comic/art and cosplay event at the Merle Hay Mall, Iowa vs. Minnesota on Saturday with a cool tailgate at The Hall. The East Village Holiday Promenade, Jingle in the Junction next week in Valley Junction and some Nutcracker to end the week. So...yeah.
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Today the chair of the Central Bank had some stunning things to say and they lead off our report for Thursday the 12th of November. Here's what's going on:
The economy...what's over?
Jet Blue opens up;
Airline employment sinks again;
The price of oil tanked today and why;
Rent or Own we're talking housing;
Disney reported...not...good;
How confident are you at the dealership;
Wall Street Report
They are hiring but...what about pay?
Those stories and for the interview you'll meet Jonnie Wright from the Buyosphere. His work is to see to it that small businesses grow by making sure nobody skips over the "small stuff". It's an engaging conversation and you can listen by clicking here.
Thanks for coming by!
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
For years Jonnie Wright and his wife Lorri have been working with small business owners to help build their profits by paying attention to the things that are so often overlooked. Jonnie and Lorri are The Buyosphere and this conversation centers on success. Doing the little things that make a big difference. Soon his company will hold their first virtual training session "Making Every Call Count" and you can register here. Honestly, it doesn't matter what vertical you're in...listen and you will learn.
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Thank you to veterans both past and present for your service to our nation. It's the business news headlines for Wednesday the 11th of November and here is what we've got for you:
Wall Street ends the day mixed;
Lyft is getting into a new service and why;
Could the recession get worse...some say yes;
Americans are taking 401(k) cash;
Target is doing something very different and why;
UPS has relaxed a bunch of rules;
Retailers starting to worry about shortages;
Mom's are suing employers;
The Wall Street Report;
Some disturbing housing news.
Thanks for listening!
Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
It's the day before Veterans Day something that is important to remember. Welcome to the Business News Headlines and here's what we've got for you today:
Blue Chips Rule...Tech Stocks Drool;
The states that are in debt and where folks are in trouble;
Meanwhile some are saving all kinds of cash;
Walmart & GM are in a deal;
United Airlines is headed back to JFK;
Verizon is seeking a bunch of cash;
The Wall Street Report;
Taco Bell hiring off the street...no, really.
Thanks for listening!
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Monday Nov 09, 2020
There were times last week when we wondered if we'd make it to Monday...whew! Today we've got these business news headlines and then a fun, but informative conversation with a new friend from Fort Worth, Texas. But first:
Two things impacted the markets;
Why Uber shares were up so much;
Would you eat a....McPlant?
The news that rocked the world today;
Santa to take a hit this year;
Coca Cola continues to cull;
The Wall Street Report;
The disappearing MBA program.
Those stories PLUS you'll meet "recovering attorney" Malone Ranger who is now a noted public speaker and, get this, is the Mid-Day Air Personality on 95.9 The Ranch in Fort Worth, Texas. Learn the "Business of Being Malone Ranger" by clicking through right here.
Thanks for listening!
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Over the years we've interviewed thousands of people. Each one that appears on our show has an interesting story and we learn so much. Today is no different. We had a blast connecting with Malone Ranger who, in her words, is a "recovering attorney" who is now a professional speaker and....and the Mid-Day talent at 95.9 The Ranch in Fort Worth, Texas. We'll even visit about Chuko the "world's smartest horse". Have a listen and enjoy!