AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPROMESA Court Ruling: A federal appeals decision dismissed a Puerto Rico case over an administrative fee claim, citing PROMESA’s automatic stay provisions and saying the filing in federal court was void. Puerto Rico Business Hiring Trend: Local firms are increasingly using “staff augmentation” to plug project needs and specialized roles, with reported hiring of temporary professionals up 30%–40% while direct hiring stays flat. Water & Power Pressure: Puerto Rico’s water crisis and related utility stress remain in focus, including risks tied to PRASA and San Juan water arrangements. Local Finance: Banco Popular led a multi-million-dollar refinancing for Metropistas with local banks, underscoring continued credit activity tied to infrastructure assets. Caribbean Trade/Travel Context: Puerto Rico’s tourism and regional connectivity backdrop continues as cruise operators expand Caribbean itineraries, while broader U.S. shipping policy shifts (Jones Act waiver) highlight how logistics rules can quickly reshape costs and flows.
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