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The Business News Headlines 12 November 2026

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 23:00:05 +0000

The infidelity that has rocked one of the worlds largest and most powerful companies is where we start this evening and the Nvidia issue is getting some notice in D.C. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 12th day of November, thanks for being with us. In other news, markets fell today after spending most of the mid-day above the flatline. Safety groups sue AI giants and why they are worried. Trying to get a job? Experts say…networking is the best way to get noticed and we’ve got some tips for your job search. Some good news regarding mortgage rates for you. Speaking of numbers we’ll check in with The Wall Street Report and the Microsoft email outage sent business into a tizzy.

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The Business News Headlines 11 November 2026

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 22:53:50 +0000

The bet is that the Federal Reserve will move to hike interest rates to tame inflation and that bit of news will impact...you. This is The Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 11th day of November wishing you a meaningful Veterans Day and Remembrance Day. In other news, the markets did well today. In tech news out of Brazil…that nation fined Facebook over 1 million dollars and why. Want to own some government land? The Trump Administration has a deal for you. Ted Turner’s son talks about his fathers passion for the West and the art collection that goes to auction next year. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and what might be the future of Nvidia?

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The Business News Headlines 10 November 2026

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:14:08 +0000

Two things can be true at the same time: The economy can expand and inflation can remain elevated and that's where we start this evening. This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 10th day of November, thanks for being with us. In other news, now that the cat is out of the bag so to speak…what’s the future of Nvidia? Coming up the story of the pink…diamond that was auctioned off today. Even with the drubbing the Democrats gave to the GOP…Prime Minister Carney offered some pointed remarks today. Ride share Lyft is in trouble with the Department of Justice and we’ll share that story. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and you’ve heard of PTO days…but what about GTO and we’re not talking about cars.

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The Business News - A Stunning Market Day and Big Changes 9 November 2026

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 23:03:11 +0000

Welcome to Insight on Business today we're mixing things up a bit. Our story is about the wild day we had on Wall Street as we watched the markets gain new ground. Then we present a conversation with Professor Bidisha Chakrabarty from Iowa State University with a story that has, mostly, flown under the radar. It has to do with the opportunity to do Wall Street Trading 23 hours a day for the five days the markets are open. Who will that impact and what might be the future. All asked and answered.

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The Business News Headlines 6 November 2026

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 23:28:12 +0000

Some great news as U.S. employers added a stunning 165,000 jobs in September but, yes, there is a but. This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 6th day of November, thanks for being with us. In other news, we’ll check the market numbers. Also, today Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney looks forward to the new congress rolling back tariffs. Meanwhile in Amsterdam rioters break into a Microsoft data center construction site. Also, more data center news this time from Mississippi. We’ve got some football news out of Chicago. Coming up a check on the numbers in The Wall Street Report and Fox has purchased Roku…and why.

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The Business News Headlines 5 November 2026

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 23:26:54 +0000

On Wednesday our top story was about how investors flocked to Wall Street and drove the market higher. Today was a much different story as we watched a huge selloff. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 5th day of November, thanks for being with us. In other news, Anthropic is accelerating its work in Artificial Intelligence. Google, Meta and TikTok have filed separate lawsuits against California and why. Now Europe is having to deal with airline bomb threats. Sony is riding a big wave on the back of its latest movie venture. The website Salon will shut down and why. And finally, a story about the IRS and 2027.

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The Business News Headlines 4 November 2026

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 23:16:36 +0000

There was yet another winner following the blowout of the GOP and that winner was...Wall Street. And that is where we begin this evening on this the 4th day of November. In other news, in an attempt to lure back customers McDonald’s is making some changes. NASA and a space telescope made the news today. 3M paying more than seven billion dollars because of “forever chemicals”. Voters in Texas turn aside a measure to increase taxes which would have created a new arena for the Dallas Stars hockey club. And might the prediction market be in jeopardy following the midterms?

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The Business News Headlines 3 November 2026

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 22:57:22 +0000

If you are a job seeker our first story about rising numbers of posted jobs should be good news and that is where we start this evening. This is The Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 3rd day of November and Election Day. In other news, Google and education made the news today. Times are good, no actually great if you are an oil company. The economy in Ukraine continues to suffer due to Russian attacks. Taco Bell stores recover a bit from the summer slump. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and it looks like Disney is getting ready to layoff thousands of people in a number of companies.

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Gearing Up for Business with Arnav Bhutani

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 21:19:29 +0000

Our guest is Arnav Bhutani who is the founder and director of TractorGears.com a company that has its roots in the family business, Prime Power Train. The company manufactures and distributes premium ring gears, planetary gears and powertrain parts around the world. They proudly serve both the agricultural and construction industries. We'll also talk about why his company made the decision to join the National Tractor Parts Dealer Association (NTPDA) Plus, Arnav has an interesting personal story. Join us as we talk business!

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The Business News Headlines and More 2 November 2026

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 23:41:33 +0000

Now they are coming after our food. The latest Cyber-Attack targeted food freezers in a number of supermarkets in Europe. The goal? Drive up the cost of food. This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 2nd day of November, thanks for being with us. In other news, revenue for Anthropic grew but…not enough. The news from its IPO tonight. Data scraping and Meta made the news. Money is being made available to thousands of homes in California…due to a methane leak. The closing of KFC and Taco Bell restaurants in Puerto Rico is a reality and why. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and for the conversation you’ll meet Arnav Bhutani the founder and director of TractorGears.com a global business serving the industries of Agriculture and Construction. But, first the news.

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The Business News Headlines 30 October 2026

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:52:28 +0000

Yes, it was...spooky as we watched Wall Street crater today and why investors are worried about AI valuations. This is The Business News Headlines for Friday the 30th day of October, thanks for being with us. In other news, two interesting stories about the Pope for you today. Greenland wants you to visit and so they opened up a new airport. In more international business news we turn northward toward Canada. An interesting map went up for auction recently and we’ll share the story. We’ll also check the numbers in the dismal Wall Street Report and finally, a major crypto hack that took over 6 billion dollars is being investigated.

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The Business News Headlines 29 October 2026

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 22:12:12 +0000

The U.S. experienced strong economic growth in the third quarter but voters are still unhappy. That's where we start this evening. This is The Business News Headlines for Thursday the 29th day of October, thanks for being with us. In other news, the markets fell today and there were plenty of reasons as to why. One of those was an historic loss for Alphabet. Meanwhile Amazon results disappointed investors and Starbucks reported lower than expected revenue. A top figure at Dartmouth College has resigned over an AI issue. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and DoorDash to acquire Instacart in a deal worth $17 billion.

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The Business News Headlines 28 October 2026

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:57:53 +0000

Today the Fed said, "Let it ride" and decided to keep the rates steady at about 3.9%. That story is where we start this evening. This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 28th day of October, thanks for being with us. In other news, aging stores and sky high beef prices has Wendy’s in a pickle. The UK is trying to do something about the high cost of heating fuel and we’ll share the story. We’ve got some news out of the Big 10 this afternoon. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and the starting time for the WNBA finials has fans furious and some big names are asking why.

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The Business News Headlines 27 October 2026

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:46:13 +0000

Tomorrow the Fed meets and what might be the outcome? We have five things to watch for. This is The Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 27th day of October, thanks for being with us. In other news, consumer confidence in the U.S. got a boost last month…and why. Cyberscams are catching millions of people and the thieves are making a fortune. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and we’ve got new news from…Apple.

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The Business News Headlines 26 October 2026

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:31:50 +0000

It could be the BIGGEST IPO in history and that is where we begin this evening. This is the Business News Headlines for Monday the 26th day of October, thank you for being with us. In other news, the word “affordability” made the news again today. Cybersecurity issues hit a major hospital group in New Mexico. United Airlines and what is being called a “unruly” passenger incident makes the Monday news. If you enjoy beef we’ve got a story that might make your day. Coming up numbers from The Wall Street Report and today is a HUGE sports day as action in five different sports takes center stage.

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The Business News Headlines 23 October 2026

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:14:11 +0000

Today the Dow sank like a rock as investors watched the price of oil skyrocket and that is where we start this evening. This is The Business News Headlines for Friday the 23rd day of October and thank you for being with us. In other news, the first shipment of Russian diesel has left port headed to the U.S. The data center debate rages on and now companies are starting to alter their stories. In sports, the Atlanta Falcons are getting some flack for using a throw-back logo. Halloween is coming and some are seeking ways to keep costumes out of the landfill. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and the new Apple Duo is out and it’s getting lots of looks.

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The Business News Headlines 21 October 2026

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:19:13 +0000

Meta gets hit with a multi-billion dollar judgement and that is where we'll start this evening. This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 21st day of October, thank you for being with us. In other news, a First Nation Tribe in Canada is going high tech to preserve their heritage. More AI trouble as governments shut down websites. Some news from my home town: Detroit will get a much needed facelift and we’ll share that story. It’s not just gas and groceries that is expensive…how about child care? We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and a gaming company to close down a factory and layoff some 400 people.

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The Business News Headlines 20 October 2026

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:21:24 +0000

Good news for Boeing, the FAA has approved the new 737 Max 10 to be sold to airlines and why this is so important for the company. This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 20th day of October and thanks for being with us. In other news, after a string of errors SpaceX today turned in a profit and we’ll share the numbers. A New Jersey food importer has sued the Trump Administration and yes, it has to do with tariffs. Netflix posts a profit but, there is a but. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and we’ve got news from Walmart and Sam’s Club.

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Meet the Author Ken Chester Beaverdale Books Tonight!

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:27:52 +0000

We're in with a quick conversation about our friend author Ken Chester who will be at Beaverdale Books in Des Moines this evening the 20th of October between 6:30 and 8:00. He will be there to discuss his book The Two Hour Entrepreneur. If you have EVER wanted to start a business but you don't seem to have the time let Ken show you how to get it done with just two hours each week. Take some time and visit with Ken this evening!

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The Business News Headlines 19 October 2026

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:43:58 +0000

This should be interesting. The Supreme Court will hear a case about an 1868 law passed by congress that has to do with making booze at home. That's where we start this evening on the 19th day of October and thanks for being with us. In other news, the economy in China grew due to massive exports. Today another story about consumer concern over AI pricing of goods We’ll have to groceries. Elon Musk to give away shares of Space X and we’ll tell you about it. We will also check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and the Eagles football team is facing some backlash for the way it treated quarterback Jalin Hurts.

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The Business News Headlines 16 October 2026

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:54:48 +0000

Will the Fed raise rates at their next meeting? Fed Chair Kevin Warsh gives zero clues and that's where we start this evening. This is the Business News Headlines for Friday the 16th day of October and thank you for being here again. In other news, the markets fall again and China moves to curb tech exports including AI. The President and his expanded portfolio of drug companies come under scrutiny. In Illinois a medical debt relief program has been working and we’ll share how well. Some baseball news about something that has not happened since 1991. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and you know that Apple folding phone? We have new news.

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The Business News Headlines 15 October 2026

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:05:49 +0000

We hate to be the folks to bring you some bad news but, get ready to pay more for the stuff you'll be buying. That is where we start this evening on Thursday the 15th day of October. Thanks for being with us. In other news, retail sales climbed in September but, there is a but. Have you heard of “peptides”? You will today. A trade group is forecasting a healthy holiday retail season. What else would you expect? We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street report and we’ll also have an interesting baseball/healthcare story about the Milwaukee Brewers.

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The AMA Experience with Patrick Glenn

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:49:21 +0000

We recently received a presser about AMA-Iowa and several things this all volunteer group is doing to help established or even brand new marketing students better understand this world. Here Patrick Glenn the Co-President of AMA-Iowa joins me to talk about the entire AMA Experience and what attending can mean for your career. Here's Patrick:

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The Business News Headlines and More 14 October 2026

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:57:26 +0000

Inflation grew last month and that is causing some retailers to raise prices but...that will also raise inflation. That's where we start this evening for the Wednesday edition of The Business News Headlines. In other news, Social Security recipients will get a boost and we’ll share the number with you. Japan is helping finance two chip manufacturing facilities in New York. The Supreme Court has decided not to hear a case brought by a Maine lobster fisherman. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and for the conversation you’ll hear from Patrick Glenn a co-president of the Iowa branch of the American Marketing Association about a host of things for marketers across the state.

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The Business News Headlines 13 October 2026

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 22:07:58 +0000

The Trump Administration just fined Bank of American $1.2 billion and what the government said the bank had done. This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 13th day of October, thanks for being with us. In other news, the big banks reported strong earnings today but it wasn’t enough for investors. Kroger is laying off 3,000 corporate employees and we’ll share why. At last some positive news from the real estate world to tell you about. We have an interesting tech story about a robot in Germany. We’ll check the numbers in The Wall Street Report and finally Apple has a new gadget out and we’ll share that story with you.

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