AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEnergy & Deals: Emera is set to merge with Canadian Utilities (and ATCO’s stake) in an all-stock deal creating a $72B “energy powerhouse,” with operations spanning Canada, the U.S., and Puerto Rico—raising the stakes for regional infrastructure investment. Puerto Rico Infrastructure: Gov. Jenniffer González Colón announced $114.4M for road resurfacing and safety upgrades across 42 municipalities, including major allocations for Utuado, Arecibo, Humacao, and Guaynabo. Healthcare & Business: Becton Dickinson pledged $19B in U.S. manufacturing investment under a government deal tied to tariff relief, aiming to boost domestic production of essential medical consumables. Local Economy & Food: Milk production in Puerto Rico rose 13% in FY2023-24 to 197.7M quarts, even as the fresh milk market continues to shrink. Small Business Spotlight: A Hampton home baker, Kern & Crumb Bakehouse, pushed back against city restrictions after turning neighborhood demand into a licensed sideline. Public Health: The Puerto Rico Public Health Institute won an Excel Award for its “Neighbor, Are You Ready?” emergency preparedness campaign. Consumer Watch: A frozen berry recall tied to potential E. coli contamination expanded to additional Walmart and Trader Joe’s products—check codes and dates before eating.
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