AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoArkansas Economy: Arkansas’ unemployment rate fell for a third straight month in July, dropping to 4.0% as employment hit another record high, even as payrolls dipped with summer school-related seasonal changes. Corporate Finance: Tyson Foods disclosed pricing terms and early tender results for previously announced debt tender offers, signaling continued balance-sheet management. Utilities & Regulation: Central States Water Resources promoted Aaron Silas to vice president overseeing customer experience and regulatory operations as the company expands into new jurisdictions. Insurance: AM Best upgraded Kinsale Insurance Company’s long-term credit rating to “a+” and affirmed its financial strength, with outlooks set to stable. Ag & Prices: The U.S. is reopening a cattle border crossing in Arizona to Mexican livestock to address record beef prices, but economists say it likely won’t move grocery prices much. Energy Costs: GasBuddy data showed midgrade prices as low as $3.80 in Polk County during the week ending Aug. 15, with Arkansas averages hovering around the low-to-mid $4 range. Economic Development: SANY Nutrition Group began production in Jonesboro at a remodeled former Butterball facility, investing more than $30 million and targeting 150+ jobs over three years. Local Business & Community: Arkansas wildlife education grants totaling nearly $129,000 are available across 14 Deltaplex counties for K-12 and conservation projects.
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