Sustained growth of private label brands
In Puerto Rico, private brands (previously known as generics) consolidated their sustained growth, positioning…
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Resident Commissioner Announces Over $2 Million for Energy Efficiency Upgrades in Puerto Rican Homes
Puerto Rico Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández announced the allocation of $2,054,858 in federal funds from the…
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Trump keeps embracing data centers even as they become toxic in midterm races
President Donald Trump, speaking alongside cryptocurrency leaders at the White House this week, made a statement that…
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U.S. Debt Raises Risks for Puerto Rico
The increase in the United States’ public debt to $40 trillion places Puerto Rico in a scenario of greater fiscal and…
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New CEO takes over operations of company that manages tolls in Puerto Rico
Professional Account Management (PAM) today announced the appointment of Mark Williams as President and Chief Executive…
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Maripily Rivera Receives International Recognition for Autobiography
Puerto Rican entrepreneur and television personality Maripily Rivera has received international recognition for her…
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Walmart is cautious with expectations after slowest sales growth in 6 years
Walmart reported its slowest growth in U.S. comparable sales in six years during its most recent quarter, and the…
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UPR Humacao and PIA formalize partnership to develop biopharmaceutical talent
The University of Puerto Rico at Humacao (UPRH) has formalized a partnership with the Pharmaceutical Industry…
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Puerto Rico Businesses Urged to Prepare for Weather Emergencies and Ongoing Drought
Puerto Rico business leaders were urged to strengthen their emergency preparedness and business continuity plans as…
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United Way Puerto Rico to Mobilize Thousands of Corporate Volunteers in 100-Plus Projects
United Way Puerto Rico will mobilize thousands of corporate volunteers this Saturday for the 32nd edition of Regala un…
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Law Proposed to Require DACO to Notify Credit Agencies of Non-Compliance
Consumers could have a new tool to enforce the determinations of the Department of Consumer Affairs (DACO) if a measure…
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Older adults represent approximately 24% of the digital market
The perception that older adults are disconnected from technology is a thing of the past, since, in Puerto Rico, the…
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Interest in digital payments is growing in Puerto Rico, but the infrastructure can't keep up.
Despite growing demand, customers face reluctance from some businesses.
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US stocks look to halt their 3-day slide as pressure from the bond market eases
U.S. stocks are ticking higher Wednesday after the U.S. Treasury Department said it will buy more U.S. government bonds…
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Puerto Rican Company Chemical Solutions Expands Yabucoa Operations, Creates 90 Jobs
Puerto Rican company Chemical Solutions LLC is expanding its operations in Yabucoa with an investment of approximately…
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Amazon set to expand drone delivery of lightweight packages to 500 US cities
Millions more people may be able to get smaller, lightweight Amazon packages delivered by drones by the end of the year…
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Paola Silva Wins 2026 Cointreau Margarita Challenge Puerto Rico
Paola Silva of Efímero was named the winner of the 2026 Cointreau Margarita Challenge Puerto Rico after competing…
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La Comprita Projects 25% Growth and Expands Staff
Ten years after starting with an initial investment of $125,000 to $175,000, La Comprita has distinguished itself as a…
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Fiscal Control Board defends its role in contract disputes
The executive director of the Fiscal Control Board (JCF), Robert Mujica, defended the agency's role as overseer of the…
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New chapter for the Marriott Isla Verde Beach Resort
After an investment of $38 million and two years of work, Marriott Isla Verde Beach Resort announced the transformation…
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Puerto Rico farmers can compete on price with imports in 30 products, study finds
A new study by a University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus economist found that local farmers can compete on price…
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OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens, promising a more age-appropriate chatbot
OpenAI is launching a version of ChatGPT designed for teenagers — the first generation to grow up with artificial…
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Home Depot sales lifted by customers focusing on smaller projects, but sticks with previous outlook
Home Depot’s sales improved during its fiscal second quarter as customers focused on smaller projects during the summer…
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Resident Commissioner Announces More Than $61 Million for Head Start Programs in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández announced the allocation of $61,497,669 in federal funds for…
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What determines your credit score? Two factors carry the most weight
Payment habits, credit history length, and credit usage are some of the most important factors in determining a…
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Fundación Música y País Announces 2026–2027 Season Featuring Youth Orchestras and New Musical Experiences
Fundación Música y País has announced its 2026–2027 season, featuring performances by the Orquesta Sinfónica Juvenil de…
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They propose authorizing the import of green coffee to Puerto Rico
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) published a…
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Financial fragility index rises in Puerto Rico during the second quarter
The Estudios Técnicos Inc. Consumer Financial Fragility Index (ETI-FFI) increased during the second quarter of 2026,…
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Banesco USA Reports 59% Increase in Net Income to $24 Million
Banesco USA reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2026, driven by continued growth in its…
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DACO urges consumers to report businesses violating price freeze on water-related products
The Puerto Rico Department of Consumer Affairs (DACO) is urging consumers to report businesses allegedly raising prices…
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Mortgage Lending Gains Ground in Puerto Rico Credit Unions’ Loan Portfolios
Mortgage lending continues to gain ground within the loan portfolios of Puerto Rico’s savings and credit unions,…
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Agricultural dependence on foreign workers is growing
The tightening of immigration policies, coupled with a labor shortage, continues to drive the hiring of foreign…
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Informal economy and dependence on aid slow down economic development
Former Secretary of the Treasury Francisco Parés warned that the informal economy continues to be one of the main…
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Cynthia Román Sánchez Announces Candidacy for CUD Presidency
Attorney and businesswoman Cynthia Román Sánchez has officially announced her candidacy for president of the Centro…
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Think Strategically: A patient Fed lifts Wall Street — but cracks in Puerto Rico's own system tells a different story
Puerto Rico's stock market outperforms Wall Street as the economy accumulates five months of contraction and faces a…
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Puerto Rico Water Crisis Prompts 25 Members of Congress to Urge Federal Disaster Declaration
Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández and 25 members of Congress are urging Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer…
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