Puerto Rico’s banking sector began seeing black this year, as the institutions began to slowly turn their finances around. A consolidation took place between Oriental and BBVA, while Doral struggled to remain above water.
If there was one issue on most people’s minds this year was the state of Puerto Rico’s economy. Experts from all walks of life seemed to weigh in on the subject, concurring on a tough situation that has been slow to show signs of improvement.
The Federal Communications Commission has included three Puerto Rico telecommunications service providers in a nationwide pilot program that seeks to increase broadband adoption and retention among low-income consumers.