Tariffs hit Puerto Rico's pocket
In 2025, Puerto Rico faced a rise in tariff costs on its imports, while the latest indicators point to an economy…
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New Puerto Rico academy aims to strengthen leadership and employee training
Leadership and service facilitator Vicente Báez Mederos is launching a new academy aimed at helping businesses and…
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Puerto Rico bartenders invited to compete for chance to create mezcal cocktail
Bartenders across Puerto Rico are being invited to compete for the opportunity to create a signature cocktail for…
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Dorado and Ponce push education with a focus on local economic sectors
Dorado and Ponce join the list of municipalities with LEAP Social Enterprise charter schools with the unveiling of new…
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Diesel price hike puts truck drivers against the ropes
What began as a rise in fuel costs threatens to become a problem for the entire distribution chain in Puerto Rico.
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Oil surges above $100 a barrel as US and Iran launch new attacks, while gasoline prices also jump
Oil prices shot past $100 a barrel Wednesday as fighting between the U.S. and Iran escalated, threatening to increase…
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Discover Puerto Rico brings tourism resources to businesses in Cayey
Discover Puerto Rico brought tourism businesses, organizations and representatives from across the Central-South region…
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Stocks fall on Wall Street as oil prices jump back above $100 a barrel after Iran war escalates
Stocks fell on Wall Street Wednesday as the price of crude oil rose back above $100 a barrel amid further escalation in…
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BDE Provides $360,000 Loan for Ichiban Expansion in Dorado
The Economic Development Bank for Puerto Rico (BDE) has provided a $360,000 loan to Puerto Rican company VIP Food…
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Puerto Rico Chamber Opposes Government Return to PREPA Operations
The Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce (CCPR) is opposing any move by the government to resume operational control of the…
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Emprende Academy Returns for Sixth Edition in Arecibo
Casa Sin Fronteras announced the sixth edition of Emprende Academy, a free program designed to help young people and…
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SMEs lead hiring expectations for the end of 2026
Companies surveyed in Puerto Rico maintain a favorable hiring outlook for the final quarter of the year, with a net…
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Puerto Rican Film ‘Extranjera’ Opens in Theaters Across Puerto Rico
Puerto Rican film Extranjera, written and directed by Michelle Malley Campos, will open in theaters across Puerto Rico…
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Puerto Rican sports platform Time To Sport launches to connect the sports community
A Puerto Rican-developed digital platform designed to bring together athletes, fans, sports organizations and event…
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Slim Chickens to Open First Puerto Rico Location at San Patricio Village
Slim Chickens will open its first restaurant in Puerto Rico this Thursday, Sept. 10, at San Patricio Village in…
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Wall Street mixed in early trading while oil prices push higher yet again
U.S. stock futures were mixed early Tuesday as flare-ups in the broadening Middle East conflict pushed oil prices…
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Trump threatens Canadian jetmaker Bombardier, which has an extensive US footprint
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to ban the sale of aircraft from Canada’s Bombardier unless it manufactures…
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Retail Sales Close June with a 4% Increase
Puerto Rico's retail sales showed a slight increase in June, reaching a total of $4.463 billion, a 4% increase compared…
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Puerto Rican Recycling Company Opens New Facility in Salinas
Salinas Mayor Karilyn Bonilla Colón recently visited the new facilities of Recicladora del Norte, a Puerto Rican…
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New Section Opens for Chucho Avellanets Christmas Concert
A new section has been opened for Puerto Rican singer Chucho Avellanets upcoming Christmas concert following strong…
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Economists Warn of Severe Economic Impact from Climate Change
The effects of climate change represent a growing threat to Puerto Rico’s economy, particularly if measures are not…
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More people are investing despite the risks
The favorable performance of investments in recent years continues to motivate people to place their money in different…
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Australian social media users to be offered choice to opt out of algorithms
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australian social media users would be given a choice to opt out of algorithms under…
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Which municipalities have the highest weekly wages average in Puerto Rico?
The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released a study detailing each municipalities weekly wages average…
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Water crisis did not significantly affect tourism in Puerto Rico
Despite the water crisis that has affected several areas of Puerto Rico, representatives of the tourism industry assure…
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PHOTOS: Objetivo Fama 2026 Kicks Off With High-Energy First Gala
The eighth season of Objetivo Fama officially got underway with a high-energy first gala at DISTRITO T-Mobile, where…
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Impact Visibility Hub helps organizations track performance and key indicators
On Point Strategy launched its new interactive artificial intelligence solution, Impact Visibility Hub, designed to…
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FirstBank earns four Global Finance awards for digital banking experience
FirstBank has been recognized with four awards in Puerto Rico and Latin America in the 2026 World’s Best Consumer…
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CROEM Alumni Endorses Sheila Otero for CUD President-Elect
The Executive Committee of CROEM Alumni, the association of graduates of the Centro Residencial de Oportunidades…
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Think Strategically: Kakistocracy Has No Borders: What the Government Progress Index measures from Washington, San Juan, and Caracas
Kakistocracy explained through its history and the Government Progress Index, comparing the United States, Puerto Rico,…
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Puerto Rico insurance companies adapting products to meet current consumer reality
The increase in the cost of vehicles, interest rates and repairs is leading auto insurers in Puerto Rico to transform…
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Hiring burst of 162,000 jobs in August puts the focus squarely back on inflation in the US
The U.S. job market rebounded in August as employers added a surprising 162,000 jobs. The unemployment rate stayed at a…
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Entrepreneur Brian Ruiz Launches Luxury Mobile Salon to Revolutionize Puerto Rico’s Beauty Industry
With over two decades of experience transforming clients, Aguada-born stylist, professional makeup artist, and…
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US diesel prices hit a record high of $5.85 on average as the Iran war disrupts the flow of fuel
CHICAGO — Diesel hit a new record price in the U.S. on Friday, soaring to an average of $5.85 a gallon for the first…
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Puerto Rico named International Guest Destination of Honor at ANATO 2027
Puerto Rico has been officially designated the International Guest Destination of Honor for the 2027 ANATO Tourism…
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Bad Bunny concert finale boosts spending in San Juan, Visa analysis finds
Bad Bunny’s sold-out Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour finale generated a boost in consumer spending and economic…
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