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The Business News Headlines 20 February 2025

It shocked the retail world and drove Wall Street down.  What was it? A lackluster report by the nation's largest retailer...Walmart.  That tops our newscast today and there is more about taxes and tariffs just ahead. And, 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 and all in under 11 minutes:
Walmart is worried about the future and why;
USDA is scrambling to hire back workers who were...fired;
Lab grown meat and Nebraska made the news;
The EU is sounding the alarm for U.S. consumers;
Florida sues Target for misleading investors;
The Wall Street Report;
And, jobless numbers creep up but, there is a but.
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 19 February 2025

How many times have we said the one thing that drives business and investors nuts is...uncertainty and today there was plenty of that.  Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 19th day of February, we're glad you are with us again. 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:
A pause in rate cuts by the Central Bank? Looks like it and why;
No, millions of dead people are NOT receiving Social Security benefits;
Guess which country is now the top trade partner of Germany;
Apple announces a new price for the new iPhone16e;
Some fast food chains are struggling. We have a list;
The Wall Street Report;
What the heck is the Quantum Chip?  We'll tell. 
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 Getting Advertising Results 18 February 2025

Great to be back in the studio after taking President's Day off and thank you for being with us for this edition of the Business News Headlines. Also, stick around for a conversation with Gale McKinney about how to best get results from your advertising dollars. Something that is important for any business. And remember, 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 business impact of shutting down USAID;
Yet another egg update;
Brazil has voted to join OPEC+
The Duchess of Sussex is back in the news;
The Wall Street Report;
And, KFC is moving their corporate headquarters.
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 February 2025

Yes, Happy Valentine's Day 2025 and welcome to the Business News Headlines for Friday the 14th day of February.  We kick things off today with a focus on government spending and we think you'll be surprised at what so many Americans think.   And remember, 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 and in under 11 minutes::
Government spending: What Americans think;
The "pause" in Federal Spending hits one rural state...very hard;
Retail sales tanked in January. Why and where?  We'll tell all;
Crime and Punishment: A story out of Michigan we found interesting;
The Wall Street Report;
And Airbnb is planning some bold moves this year.
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 February 2025

It's looking more and more like we can't catch a break when it comes to inflation. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 13th day of February and that story kicks us off this afternoon. And remember, 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 and in under 11 minutes::
Wholesale inflation ticks up and what that means;
Yes, more "Tariff Talk" for you that impacts friends and foes;
Heard about Scout Motors?  You will today;
Valentine's Day: Something to fear or celebrate?
Spending on Valentine's Day will be big and we know what you are buying;
We have new  USDA and Health and Human Services bosses;
The Wall Street Report;
And, some scary numbers when it comes to consumer debt.
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 12 February 2025

We kick things off today with a report from the Labor Department that tells us that inflation in the US is actually...worse.  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 12th day of February...thanks for being with us.  And remember, 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 and in under 10 minutes::
Inflation is worse and we'll give you examples of what costs more;
Plus the ONE item that fell in price from a year ago;
Fed Chair Jerome Powell on rate cuts and President Trump;
The price of eggs has hit a new record...if you can find them;
Chevron has announced some massive layoffs and why;
Coca Cola has an answer for the 25% tariff on aluminum;
McKinsey & Co. will keep their DEI program and why;
The Wall Street Report;
And, sales at Temu and Shein plumet.  
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 February 2025

We're back on time!  Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 11th day of February and thanks for being here. On a partly personal note I was at an early morning meeting of the ICON Water Trails Board where we came face to face with a host of great news about the project that is now ten years old.  You'll need to check out their website to learn more.  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 and in under 9 minutes::
The EU says they too can play the tariff game;
New car prices are likely to climb and why;
Some retail chains are rationing...eggs;
Door Dash had some great news;
JPMorgan Chase workers bucking the RTO directive;
Immigration and the housing market made the news;
The Wall Street Report;
And what is the "New Television"?  We'll share.
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 February 2025

Welcome to the Late Edition of the Business News Headlines.  We were working on a story with our friend Jeff Stein from News/Talk 1540 KXEL until 4:30PM Central Time...hence the headlines are coming to you a bit later than usual.  But, 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 and in under 9 minutes:
The Fed and Rate Cuts top our newscast;
More "Tariff Talk" from President Trump;
Will we be saying goodbye to the penny?
Big insurance news out of Hawaii;
The Wall Street Report;
And, the layoffs are starting over at Meta.
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 6 February 2025

Today the top story is abut trade between Mexico and the US. Factor workers across the border are wondering if they will have work if the 25% tariff goes into effect and, if it does what that might mean to not only the economy there but availability and the cost of products here. 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 and in under 10 minutes:
A recession across the border?
Amazon reported record earnings but there is a but;
The Bank of England and the nation's economic outlook;
What the heck happened in Nebraska?
Utah and public employees labor unions made the news;
The Wall Street Report;
And might this be the end of cheap stuff from Temu and Shein?
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.

Best Corporate Events with Paul Petrus

For the past two years the National Tractor Parts Dealer Association (NTPDA) has used Best Corporate Events (BCE) to help us do team building events This year in New Orleans BCE worked their magic and the outcome was fantastic. Here we sit down with Paul Petrus the Senior Lead Fascinator for the organization. Paul talks about the early years of the company, how it has evolved and more.  If you have anything to do with any corporate meeting you would be wise to connect with Best Corporate Events.  Meet Paul...and Holly!
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.