The Business News Headlines 17 October 2024

Once again you, the U.S. Consumer, have made a huge contribution to the overall economy and we'll get to that first today.  Welcome to the Thursday Edition of the Business News Headlines for this the 17th day of October. Glad you're with us. And, 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:

• Consumers keep consuming and what you are buying;
• The Rate on the 30-Year Fixed Mortgage went up;
• Layoffs happening in the social media world;
• Today we're mixing politics, business and porn.  You heard that right;
• A major recall notice is pretty scary and we'll share details;
• The Wall Street Report;
• Any bets on the cost of your Thanksgiving Day Meal?  We've got numbers.

Thanks for listening!

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