Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort to quell…
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Destilería Serrallés Appoints Martin Guzman as New Chief Executive Officer
Destilería Serrallés Inc., one of Puerto Rico’s longest-standing spirits companies, has appointed Martin Guzman as…
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The Legacy Unveils New $45 Million Residential Project in Guaynabo
A new residential development is taking shape in one of Guaynabo's most established communities, bringing 44 newly…
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Americans are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of AI, new poll finds
On the way home from a recent trip, Eriech Tapia drove past a sea of dark industrial buildings lining an already…
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Entrepreneurship in Puerto Rico: Between Opportunities and Obstacles
Puerto Rico’s entrepreneurial ecosystem continues to be shaped by a combination of opportunities and challenges, as…
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Between Opportunity and Reality: The Debate Over Puerto Rico’s Agricultural Competitiveness
A new study highlights an opportunity for Puerto Rico to move toward greater food self-sufficiency by identifying local…
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Housing Assistance Opens the Door to Homeownership, but Supply Remains a Hurdle
Although government programs have enabled more families to move toward buying a home, purchasing a property remains one…
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Beyond Bad Bunny: Can Puerto Rico Turn Global Attention Into Tourism Growth?
Experts say Puerto Rico must turn that attention into sustained growth.
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Puerto Rico: Fewer Residents, More Cars
For the first time since 2010, Puerto Rico has updated data on the number of motor vehicles with valid registration…
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Aerospace Industry Takes Off in Puerto Rico, but Faces Talent Drain Turbulence
A comprehensive market study conducted by Estudios Técnicos Inc. (ETI) on behalf of One Stop Careers has confirmed the…
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Enterprise returns to Hatillo with new rental facility after Hurricane Maria
Enterprise has returned to Hatillo with a new facility offering car and truck rental services, nearly eight years after…
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Microsoft commits to sweeping AI privacy rules for students. Will other tech giants follow?
Millions of students every day turn to AI chatbots for help with schoolwork, emotional support and personal advice —…
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Tech CEOs call for AI regulation. Trump and Congress are not rushing to act
The technology industry's increasingly urgent warnings about the potential harm of artificial intelligence are slamming…
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Most federal employees save less than $100,000 for retirement
Economic uncertainty, market volatility, and recent federal government job cuts have highlighted the importance of…
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All signs point to a possible rise in interest rates
Tomorrow, Wednesday, the Federal Reserve will again address interest rates; market analysts anticipate a 25-basis-point…
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Puerto Rico lawmakers consider new legal framework for real estate industry
A bill before the Puerto Rico House of Representatives that would establish a new legal framework for the real estate…
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Alex Rodríguez gives perfume fragrances back to Puerto Rico
Alex Rodríguez never imagined in the three years since finding RDZ Parfums, a niche perfume brand with a focus on…
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DDEC invites Puerto Rico entrepreneurs to join Digital Store Academy
The Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC) is inviting entrepreneurs to apply for the…
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FEMA recommends revoking El Maestro Hospital's recovery funds
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommended that the Central Office of Recovery, Reconstruction and…
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UPR Humacao to Develop Microcredentials in Quality and Regulatory Compliance
The Pharmaceutical Industry Association of Puerto Rico (PIA) and the University of Puerto Rico at Humacao have signed…
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Yan Block Releases “Modo Oculto” Ahead of Debut Album Individual
Puerto Rican urban artist Yan Block has released “Modo Oculto,” the fourth single ahead of his upcoming debut album,…
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Think Strategically: Testing Fed Chair Warsh's Independence: What September's FOMC Sets in Motion
Oil prices top $100 as inflation rises and markets price in a nearly 90% chance of a Federal Reserve rate hike in…
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Why Canada? America's northern neighbor seems an unlikely target for a trade war
Canada might seem an unlikely target for a U.S. trade war.
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Alan Taveras Assumes Presidency of Puerto Rico’s Centro Unido de Detallistas
Businessman Alan Taveras Sepúlveda is set to assume the presidency of the Centro Unido de Detallistas de Puerto Rico…
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Older adults, an economic engine for the Puerto Rico
Although the population of adults over 55 represents a significant portion of economic activity on the island,…
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New Fortress Energy reduces its debt from $5.7 billion to about $700 million
New Fortress Energy Inc. has completed a restructuring and recapitalization transaction that extinguished approximately…
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US diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods
Diesel prices in the U.S. hit yet another record on Friday, soaring past $6 a gallon on average as Washington’s war…
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Interamerican University Teams Win Enactus Puerto Rico 2026 Competition
Two teams from the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico took the top spots in Enactus Puerto Rico’s 2026 National…
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ODSEC Invests $24.7 Million in Resilient Centers Across the Island
The Puerto Rico Office for Socioeconomic and Community Development (ODSEC) announced a $24.7 million investment in…
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Local makeup brand doubles down on Río Piedras
After a decade of investing in Río Piedras, Necromancy Cosmética is expanding its operations into a nearly…
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Puerto Rico lawmakers push desalination as a new water source for future droughts
The Puerto Rico House of Representatives’ Economic Development Committee is examining desalination as a potential…
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Perfume event in Puerto Rico seeks to generate new business opportunities
Puerto Rico is poised to capitalize on the growing interest in the perfume industry to attract not only visitors but…
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25 years after 9/11: the memory of the 43 Windows of the World workers
Twenty-five years after 9/11, families remember 43 hospitality workers, including Puerto Ricans, who died at Windows on…
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Mayagüez Hospital Undergoes $6 Million Modernization Project
The Municipality of Mayagüez and hospital operator Quirós are continuing the modernization of Hospital San Antonio, now…
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New Vehicle Sales in Puerto Rico Fall 7.9% in August 2026
New vehicle sales in Puerto Rico declined 7.9% in August compared with the same month last year, according to data…
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Travel scams are getting harder to spot. Here's how to stay safe
Pickpockets were once the biggest worry for travelers heading to new destinations on vacation.
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