AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMergers & Deals: Miami-based Intermex rejected Western Union’s attempt to end their merger agreement and says it will pursue legal remedies to force the deal through. Entrepreneurship: Florida Atlantic University’s undergraduate entrepreneurship program rose to No. 14 nationally, up from No. 19, in the latest Princeton Review and Entrepreneur rankings. Data Centers & Energy: A proposed Auburndale data center is drawing scrutiny over power use, water and community impacts; Florida regulators also rejected Duke Energy’s plan for handling data center costs. Flood Recovery: Florida secured $2.5 billion in FEMA disaster relief as homeowners and businesses continue to face flood damage and gaps in insurance coverage. Local Finances: Voters approved a major property tax cut, raising concerns about pressure on local budgets and public services. Consumer Protection: Florida ranked second nationwide in October with 605 reports to the Better Business Bureau’s Scam Tracker.
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