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The U.S. Labor Department released the weekly Initial Jobless claims Report; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported Housing Starts; the Philadelphia Fed reported average workweek at factories; the National Association of Home Builders released the survey of homebuilders' sentiment; U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development released the Housing Starts report; Kevin has the details, digs into the data and offers his insights. While at the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin interviewed Jeremy Citron, Founder and Partner, Long Haul law.

Jerome Powell gave a speech at the Economic Club of Chicago; Kevin unpacks the information and offers his insights, correcting the record and offering clarity. While at the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin interviewed Beth Wilson, Manager of Engine Oil, DEF, After-Market Auditing Program, American Petroleum Institute. The U.S. Commerce Department released the March Retail Sales report; The Federal Reserve released the Manufacturing numbers for March and the Capacity Utilization report: Kevin has all the details and offers his insights.

Kevin offers the theory that some "experts" and "journalists" are trying to manufacture a recession. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Producer Price Index; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller offers his views on inflation as a result of President Trump's tariffs. While at the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin spoke with Kelsea Eckert, Eckert and Associates, DowntimeClaims.com about her services. Kevin digs into a recent survey by Chief Executive, offers his insights and puts the information into perspective. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett talks tariffs and recession chances in an interview with Fox Business News; Kevin offers his thoughts. Goldman Sachs' CEO David Solomon discusses 1st Quarter earnings and the prospect of a recession; Kevin offers his insights.

While at the MId-America Trucking Show (MATS), Kevin interviews Tapan Chaudhari, Founder, CEO, Hey Bubba, Inc., who launched a new tool , voice AI for Owner - Operators to find, negotiate and book loads automatically. The University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers released its Consumer Sentiment Index; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin teases the "Chief Executive" poll forecasting a recession. Kevin touches on oil prices.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the March Consumer Price Index, Kevin has the details and offers his perspectives, also Kevin points out the slanted coverage of the data. The day after the 90-day pause on tariffs, Kevin offers his insights and opinion. While at the MId-America Trucking show, Kevin interviewed Karin Hauman, OEM Technical Services Manager, Shell Global Solutions (Shell Rotella) about the latest, next generation of diesel engine oil PC-12 (Proposed Category 12). The weekly Initial Jobless Claims report was released, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin has the data, news, world events and other factors affecting oil and gas prices.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the March Consumer Price Index, Kevin has the details and offers his perspectives, also Kevin points out the slanted coverage of the data. The day after the 90-day pause on tariffs, Kevin offers his insights and opinion. While at the MId-America Trucking show, Kevin interviewed Karin Hauman, OEM Technical Services Manager, Shell Global Solutions (Shell Rotella) about the latest, next generation of diesel engine oil PC-12 (Proposed Category 12). The weekly Initial Jobless Claims report was released, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin has the data, news, world events and other factors affecting oil and gas prices.

Kevin offers his insights on President Trump's announcement that he is pausing tariffs on most nations for 90 Days after 70+ countries expressed the desire to negotiate tariffs. While at the MId-America Trucking show, Kevin had the opportunity to speak with Todd Waldron, Vice President of Carrier Experience, Truckstop about the services and products they provide. Kevin talks about the news, data, world events and other factors affecting oil and gas prices.

American Transportation Research Institute released research focusing on truck parking at public rest areas, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. U.S. House unveils Bathroom Access Bill for Truck Drivers; Kevin explains and offers his opinion. Kevin reports the events, news and factors affecting oil and gas prices.

The U.S. Labor Department Bureau of Labor Statistics released the March jobs report, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Some early inflation indicators are in, Kevin discusses the information. Kevin has the details, news and events affecting oil and gas prices.

Kevin offers his thoughts on the retirement of longtime 700 WLW personality Mike McConnell. Kevin talks about and offers his opinion on the effects of day one of the "reciprocal tariffs" on 180 countries and some early indications of the effect on inflation. During the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin spoke with Dan Fuller founder and President, Hotels 4 Truckers and Angie Gadwood, Senior Vice President Global Sales, Wyndham Hotels, who announced their partnership with Hotels 4 Truckers. The U.S. Labor Department released the weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin has the data, news and events affecting oil and gas prices.

Kevin sorts through comments by Austan Goolsbee, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and offers his insights. ADP released its Private Payroll Report; Reuters reports U.S. first quarter auto sales and the Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported February construction spending, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. While at the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin interviewed Nick LaFalce, Marketing Manager, RaceTrac. Kevin mentions the information provided by Phil Flynn, Senior Market Analyst, PRICE Futures Group, in his Energy Report. Kevin discusses the news and events affecting oil prices.

Various reporting agencies have released their take on the Consumer Confidence Index, Kevin digs into the data, provides addition data and offers his insights. Kevin discusses the U.S. Department of Labor's Initial jobless claims report. From the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin's interview with Megan Brown, Commercial Product Mgr., Geico Insurance, announced breaking news regarding a new product that they were introducing at the show. Kevin also interviewed Jeff Pierce, Director of Media & Military Partnerships, Wreaths Across America about their amazing organization. Kevin reports and discusses the news and events affecting oil and gas prices. Kevin discusses the Energy Report by Phil Flynn, Senior Analyst PRICE Futures Group.

Kevin summarizes his time at the MId-America Trucking Show (MATS). While at MATS, Kevin interviewed many industry executives, experts, etc. One of the people interviewed was Lewie Pugh. Executive Vice President, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA). Lewie brings us up to date on legislation, new issues, old issues and other factors affecting the trucking industry. Kevin reports and discusses the factors affecting Oil and gas prices.

The Conference Board issued the Consumer Confidence Index, Kevin has the details, talks about the data and offers his insights. Kevin speaks with Jody Pollard, SVP of Truck and Aftermarket Sales and Robb Nixon, VP of Aftermarket Sales, Rush Enterprises about Rush Truck Centers Maintenance Plans, Mobile Service, update on emissions regs and 2025 outlook. The U.S. Census Bureau reported February New Home Sales, Kevin explains and discusses the data. Kevin points out the factors and news affecting oil prices.

Kevin addresses those who are talking down the economy. Kevin talks with Elizabeth Barna, Saint Christopher Trucker Relief Fund (SCF) Board Secretary about their organization and the Opening Night (Thursday) Reception Silent Auction fund raiser at the MId-America Trucking Show. Eight Corvettes go missing in Kentucky. President Trump appoints a permanent administrator at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Kevin marks the first anniversary of the collapse of Baltomore's Francis Scott Key Bridge after being struck by the containership Dali. Kevin discusses the factors and news affecting oil prices.

The Conference Board issued the Consumer Confidence Index, Kevin has the details, talks about the data and offers his insights. Kevin speaks with Jody Pollard, SVP of Truck and Aftermarket Sales and Robb Nixon, VP of Aftermarket Sales about Contract Maintenance Plans, Mobile Service, update on emissions regs and 2025 outlook. The U.S. Census Bureau reported February New Home Sales, Kevin explains and discusses the data. Kevin points out the factors and news affecting oil prices.

Trucking executives attending the Truckload Carriers Association's Truckload 2025 conference share their opinions, thoughts and outlook on the trucking industry in 2025, Kevin has the details and offers his thoughts and insights. S&P Global has published its flash Purchasing Managers Index for the U.S., Kevin digs into the data. Kevin offers his insights into the factors affecting oil and gas prices today.

U.S. Labor Department released the weekly initial claims for unemployment report, Kevin has the details and offers his perspective. Details of a separate program for unemployed federal workers were also released. The National Association of Realtors released the February existing home sales report; Kevin has the details. The EU makes a surprise announcement regarding tariffs on American whiskey. Oil reacts to the U.S. issuing new Iran-related sanctions, OPEC+ issues new crude oil output schedules for seven members, a strong U.S. dollar, U.S. continued airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen and Israel launching new ground operations in Gaza.

The Federal Open Market Committee concluded yesterday afternoon; Fed Chaiman Jerome Powell gave his views on the economy; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. China's Commerce head: "There are no winners in a trade war": Kevin looks at what was said and not said. China partially renews US meat export permits, Kevin explains what this means and how it affects China U.S. trade relations. With fuel tax revenues down, States look to fund roads, Kevin explains and offers a solution. Oil reacts to the Energy Information Agency reporting U.S. crude inventories rising more than expected and distillate inventories falling; Russia and Ukraine accusing each other of violating a ceasefire agreement; the Federal Reserve's comments on the economy; continued U.S attacks on the Houthis in Yemen and Israel's resuming ground operations in the central and southern Gaza Strip.

U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau released data on Single-family housing starts and building permits. The U.S. Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics released a report on import prices. The Federal Reserve released a report on factory output. Kevin has all the details on these reports, digs into the numbers and offers his insights. Oil prices react to the U.S. and Russian Presidents talk about a possible Ukraine ceasefire, U.S. strikes on Houthis, Israel's airstrikes on Hamas in Gaza, China and Germany announcing plans for their respective economic stimulus and U.S. tariffs potential to affect global oil demand.