AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTourism & Connectivity: Puerto Rico is being positioned as a key feeder market for the Dominican Republic, with DR Tourism Minister David Collado citing 7.7% growth in Puerto Rican arrivals so far this year and projecting 290,000+ visitors by year-end, helped by improved air connectivity and Arajet’s entry. Local Business & Retail: Costco reported double-digit June sales growth, with company-wide sales up 10.1% for the first half of 2026 and Puerto Rico listed among its warehouse footprint. Air Travel Expansion: Frontier Airlines added eight new Caribbean and Latin routes, including a daily San Juan–Punta Cana service, aiming to preserve low-cost options as it reshapes capacity after Spirit cuts. Education Fraud Watch: A new watchdog report alleges nearly $225 million in K-12 fraud across 24 states and Puerto Rico since 2019, including inflated enrollment and fake invoices. Healthcare Costs: Copay assistance is being diverted by some insurers via “copay accumulator” programs, leaving patients to pay more out of pocket for specialty drugs. Culture & Talent Pipeline: Bad Bunny’s Fundación Good Bunny is launching a free 2026 youth arts program in Puerto Rico, enrolling 270 participants for a three-week intensive in music, fashion, art, and sports.
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