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Two Fed officials voted to raise rates as the central bank maintains its goal of reducing inflation to 2%. Read more below. ow.ly/RgGg5101QKb #businessnews #federalreserve #Kevinwarsh #inflation #interestrates #news #usnews #wjournal
Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged despite elevated inflation, gives little signal of next move

Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged despite elevated inflation, gives little signal of next move

The Federal Reserve kept its key rate unchanged Wednesday at about 3.9% despite elevated inflation, while providing little hint about the central bank’s next moves.

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New handling fee will add to existing customs duty, while Holdwise says US brands could cut shipping costs by holding inventory in the Netherlands. Read more below. ow.ly/eUhw5101CjV #businessnews #europeanunion #news #puertorico #trade #wjournal
EU Parcel Charges to Reach €5 per Product Type Starting November 1

EU Parcel Charges to Reach €5 per Product Type Starting November 1

US brands shipping small parcels directly to consumers in the European Union will face combined customs and handling charges of €5 per product type starting November 1, 2026, increasing the cost of...

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The company will manufacture uniforms and commercial products in a 20,000-square-foot facility. Read more below. ow.ly/cz8N5101CiA #businessnews #investment #manufacturing #news #puertorico #wjournal
PRAK Industries will invest $1.17 million in Aibonito for the manufacturing of military uniforms

PRAK Industries will invest $1.17 million in Aibonito for the manufacturing of military uniforms

PRAK Industries LLC will invest $1,177,056 in machinery, equipment, and infrastructure to expand its manufacturing operations in Aibonito—a project that entails the creation and retention of 120...

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Puerto Rico electricity costs rose 37% from fiscal 2021 to 2026. Read more below. ow.ly/B6aB5101Che #businessnews #electricity #energycosts #news #puertorico #wjournal
Electricity Costs in Puerto Rico Rose Faster Than in the U.S. After LUMA’s Entry, UPR Study Finds

Electricity Costs in Puerto Rico Rose Faster Than in the U.S. After LUMA’s Entry, UPR Study Finds

A University of Puerto Rico analysis found that electricity costs increased by about 37% on the island between fiscal years 2021 and 2026, compared with a 30% rise in the United States.

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ATI outlines Vieques ferry improvements, intercity transit connections and $10 million in federal funding for rail expansion studies. Read more below. ow.ly/Iubh5101Cga #businessnews #news #politics #puertorico #wjournal
Puerto Rico Plans New Transit Routes and Ferry Infrastructure Upgrades

Puerto Rico Plans New Transit Routes and Ferry Infrastructure Upgrades

Puerto Rico is advancing several transportation initiatives aimed at improving maritime service to its offshore islands, expanding public transit connections and evaluating a potential extension of...

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The industry has opportunities to expand air connectivity, attract visitors from other markets, and enhance the guest experience. Read more below. ow.ly/jMsY5101Cfa #businessnews #competitiveness #hotels #news #puertorico #topstory #tourism #wjournal
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Warsh faces inflation pressures as higher energy costs, rising mortgage rates and consumer expenses weigh on the U.S. economy. Read more below. ow.ly/cN675101Cx6 #businessnews #federalreserve #inflation #interestrates #news #puertorico #wjournal
Federal Reserve likely to skip rate hike despite elevated inflation

Federal Reserve likely to skip rate hike despite elevated inflation

The Federal Reserve is expected to stand pat on interest rates Wednesday even though inflation has accelerated in the past couple of months as the Iran war has caused spikes in oil and gas prices.

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Dental care can strain retirement budgets. Explore insurance limits, Medicare coverage options and strategies to manage dental expenses. Read more below. ow.ly/7R1E5101kb4 #businessnews #dentalcare #healthinsurance #news #seniorcitizens #wjournal
The retirement expense you may be missing

The retirement expense you may be missing

Dental care can strain retirement budgets. Explore insurance limits, Medicare coverage options and strategies to manage dental expenses.

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Republicans try to preserve their narrow majorities and the cost of living dominates a campaign that will also decide dozens of governorships. Read more below. ow.ly/6t2m5101nPj #businessnews #elections #inflation #midterms2026 #news #usnews #wjournal
One Week Before the Midterm Elections: What’s at Stake in the United States

One Week Before the Midterm Elections: What’s at Stake in the United States

Exactly one week from now, the United States will hold midterm elections that will not include Donald Trump on the ballot but will determine how much political room the president has to maneuver...

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Tickets are available through Ticketera. Read below. ow.ly/k6Os5101hel #bullín47 #concert #entertainmentnews #lifestyle #music #news #puertorico #wjournal
Bulín 47 Announces Puerto Rico Concert for 2027

Bulín 47 Announces Puerto Rico Concert for 2027

Dominican urban artist Bulín 47 will make his concert debut in Puerto Rico on April 25, 2027, at Coca-Cola Music Hall, as part of his “Dame Hombro World Tour.” Tickets are available through Ticketera.

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Kevin Warsh faces questions about Fed independence as policymakers weigh inflation risks and the possibility of another interest rate hike in December. Read more below. ow.ly/rBXh5101k4j #businessnews #federalreserve #interestrates #inflation #news #usnews #wjournal
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PRIDCO has 1.1 million square feet of industrial space available as it prepares facilities for future manufacturing growth. Read more below. ow.ly/nGPx5101hcp #businessnews #economy #industry #manufacturing #news #pridco #puertorico #wjournal
PRIDCO Unveils 10-Year Plan to Modernize Puerto Rico’s Industrial Infrastructure

PRIDCO Unveils 10-Year Plan to Modernize Puerto Rico’s Industrial Infrastructure

PRIDCO outlines a 10-year plan to modernize Puerto Rico’s industrial infrastructure, with $9 million in annual capital improvements.

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The platform aims to increase the visibility of cooperative businesses and help them reach potential customers. Read more below. ow.ly/OH2S5101haT #businessnews #fidecoop #news #onlineplatform #puertorico #wjournal
Puerto Rico Cooperative Sector Launches Digital Platform to Connect Consumers With Businesses

Puerto Rico Cooperative Sector Launches Digital Platform to Connect Consumers With Businesses

Puerto Rico’s cooperative sector is launching a new digital platform designed to increase consumer awareness of cooperative businesses and expand their market reach across the island.

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Representatives from the construction sector and consulted specialists debate the role of regulations, planning, and the protection of natural resources. Read more below. ow.ly/RhSC5101h8E #businessnews #construction #environment #news #puertorico #topstory #wjournal
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The president faces voter frustration over inflation, tariffs and rising fuel costs as Democrats target vulnerable Republicans in the 2026 midterm elections. Read more below. ow.ly/buXc5100Wct #businessnews #donaldtrump #economy #inflation #midterms #news #usnews #wjournal
Trump failed to stop inflation. Now Republicans may pay the price in the midterm elections

Trump failed to stop inflation. Now Republicans may pay the price in the midterm elections

Rising inflation, higher gas prices and living costs threaten Republican support as voters question Donald Trump's economic promises ahead of midterms.

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Lawmakers seek to use emergency reserves to cover fuel costs and ease the impact of higher electricity rates on households and businesses. Read more below. ow.ly/Qer751012KY #businessnews #electricity#energycosts #news #politics #puertorico #wjournal
PPD Introduces Three Measures to Ease Puerto Rico’s Electricity Costs

PPD Introduces Three Measures to Ease Puerto Rico’s Electricity Costs

Lawmakers seek to use emergency reserves to cover fuel costs and ease the impact of higher electricity rates on households and businesses.

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Learn about them below. ow.ly/7Jew5100Vgf #businessnews #climatechange #hottopics #news #puertorico #recognition #wjournal
Three Puerto Ricans Named to 2026 List of 100 Latinos Leading Climate Action

Three Puerto Ricans Named to 2026 List of 100 Latinos Leading Climate Action

Three Puerto Ricans have been recognized in the eighth edition of the 100 Latinos Most Committed to Climate Action list, an initiative led by environmental nonprofit Sachamama in partnership with...

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The latest Think Strategically column from Birling Capital is up on our webpage. Click below to read. ow.ly/cB6Q5100VfC #birlingcapital #businessnews #column #economy #news #opinion #puertorico #thinkstrategically #wjournal
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Find out the details about the seventh edition. ow.ly/HEqL5100VeH #businessnews #careers #economy #employment #jobfair #news #puertorico #wjournal
Job fair returns to Plaza Las Américas

Job fair returns to Plaza Las Américas

With the goal of bringing job opportunities to individuals with diverse professional backgrounds, EL VOCERO, W Journal's sister publication in collaboration with Conexión Laboral of San Juan, will...

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Projections show the population aged 60 and older in both municipalities could grow by 12.5% between 2024 and 2030. Read more below. ow.ly/mqai5100Ve7 #arecibo #businessnews #economy #hatillo #news #poverty #puertorico #seniors #wjournal
More Than 14,000 Older Adults Live Below Poverty Level in Arecibo and Hatillo

More Than 14,000 Older Adults Live Below Poverty Level in Arecibo and Hatillo

More than 14,000 older adults in Arecibo and Hatillo live below the poverty level, according to 2024 data provided by Puerto Rico’s Office of the Ombudsman for the Elderly.

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