AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRetail & Consumer Habits: A new Consumer Radiography 2026 study says online grocery buying in Puerto Rico keeps climbing, rising from 16% of shoppers in 2025 to 19% in 2026, with Millennials leading and convenience driving most purchases. Banking & Leadership: Banco Popular announced CEO Javier Ferrer will retire at the end of August, with CFO Jorge Garcia stepping in on Sept. 1 and Chief Risk Officer Lidio Soriano taking over as CFO. Manufacturing & Industry Support: NIST issued a funding opportunity to create 14 new Manufacturing Extension Partnership centers, including support for small and medium manufacturers in Puerto Rico. Sports & Tourism: Cataño will host the 2026 Caribbean World Series with 120+ youth teams, positioning the event as a boost for local sports, visitors, and the economy. Local Business & Community: Puerto Rican Festival plans are set for Rochester, N.Y., with organizers saying the return of Puerto Rico’s culture and vendors will bring a major downtown draw next week. Media & Business: Spanish Broadcasting System promoted Fernando Bauermeister to VP/General Manager for its Puerto Rico operations.
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