McDonald’s to cut back on use of plastic straws in its P.R. restaurants
October 31, 2018
Plastic straws for drinks will be provided only to customers who specifically request them, the company stated.
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Illinois-based gasoline retailer Clark opening stations in P.R.
October 30, 2018
The process has begun with the first re-branded stations already operating in Bayamón and Aguada.
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Toyota Foundation awards $45K in environmental innovation scholarships
October 30, 2018
The Toyota Foundation recently celebrated the 21st edition of its environmental grants program, awarding scholarships of $2,500 each to 18 students.
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Lopito, Ileana & Howie Inc., Pixelogic join forces
October 30, 2018
Lopito, Ileana & Howie Inc. announced the merger with digital company Pixelogic, which responds to the new demands of consumers who use multiple points of contact in their daily lives.
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P.R. ‘will have to rebuild many institutions’ to see economic rebound
October 29, 2018
In this episode of Dollar$ and $ense we talk with prominent Economists José Joaquín Villamil and Antonio Fernós about the fate of Puerto Rico's economy and the necessary steps to see a rebound.
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IEEFA: P.R. energy bill is ‘limp gesture’ toward true reform
October 29, 2018
The proposal is consistent with the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority’s fiscal plan, which reduces the fossil fuel budget by $400 million to $500 million per year to bring the utility out of bankruptcy.
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First BanCorp. reports $36.3M in 3Q18 net income
October 26, 2018
The financial institution’s loan portfolio grew this quarter despite “meaningful organic reductions” in resolution of non-performing assets.
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Discover Puerto Rico will promote small inns; Tourism Co. to host ‘Voy Turisteando’ fair
October 26, 2018
The “paradores” are known for hospitality and affordable rates.
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P.R. Community Foundation grants $154K to 7 micro incubators
October 26, 2018
Community microenterprise incubators are promoters of economic activity in communities by facilitating the entrepreneurship process of its members.
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Rock Solid Technologies exports technology to New Orleans
October 26, 2018
New Orleans now joins other locations where Rock Solid has a presence, namely Ontario, Canada, Panama and more than 35 municipalities in Puerto Rico, the company confirmed.
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Kosher market ripe with opportunities for local businesses looking to export
October 25, 2018
Reaching those markets will be the focus of one of the panel discussions in the group’s upcoming “Made in Puerto Rico Export Summit: Dare to Grow” event, slated for Nov. 8.
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Popular Inc. reports $140.6M in net income for 3Q18
October 25, 2018
Popular Inc. had a busy third quarter, with the closing of its acquisition of Wells Fargo’s auto finance business in Puerto Rico.
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Hispanic Federation launches $2.9M campaign to revitalize P.R.’s coffee sector
October 25, 2018
This initiative evolved out of a task force that was formed after Hurricane María.
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P3s draw market interest as gov’t launches more projects
October 25, 2018
The P3 offers a long-term concession for modernization, expansion and operation of passenger piers.
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American Red Cross launches $3M program to benefit P.R.’s small farmers
October 25, 2018
This project, called "Recuperación Agrícola” (Agricultural Recovery,) is part of its post-storm recovery initiatives.
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