AGP Executive Report
Last update: 24 minutes agoConsumer Protection: Louisiana has joined the FTC and 19 other states in suing Dollar General, alleging the chain routinely charged shoppers more at checkout than advertised. Gaming Regulation: Kalshi filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block Louisiana regulators from acting against its event contracts. Biotech: New Orleans-based Humanitas Global Health launched with a license from LSU to commercialize its DeepDrug AI technologies. Business Expansion: Chouest Group agreed to acquire Canadian offshore company Horizon Maritime, while Red River Bank is expanding on the Northshore with a new Slidell location. Energy and Investment: Louisiana accepted about $350 million from BP for an early payout, $23 million less than scheduled payments, while resolving remaining coastal lawsuits. Jobs and Infrastructure: Louisiana added 36,000 jobs, led by construction, as major projects fuel demand for workers; meanwhile, a lawsuit challenging a SpaceX-related tax deal in Vermilion Parish highlights local scrutiny of data center investment. State Finances: Fitch upgraded Louisiana’s general obligation bond rating to AA.
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