AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoArkansas Housing & Credit Stress: Foreclosure activity is climbing, with the national foreclosure inventory rate rising to 0.4% in March 2026 and more than 77% of metro areas seeing higher rates in Q1—an early sign that mortgage distress is spreading beyond isolated pockets. Federal Cannabis Policy: The DOJ’s move to downgrade medical marijuana to Schedule III could unlock some federal tax benefits for state-licensed operators, but the broader federal-state split over adult-use cannabis remains unresolved. Arkansas Health in the Delta: Coverage highlights how rural doctor shortages and maternal health gaps are being tackled through expanded medical education and regional UAMS efforts in the Delta. Local Business Moves: Farmers Bank & Trust is relocating its corporate headquarters to Little Rock, while Centennial Bank promotes leaders at its Mountain Home branch. Infrastructure & Growth Finance: Uniti Group announced a new $1.14B fiber network notes offering tied to assets in multiple states including Arkansas. Risk & Costs: A Verisk study says hail volatility and aging roofs are pushing up residential roof replacement severity even as overall claims volume falls. Workforce & Energy Pipeline: A new advanced energy career pipeline initiative aims to connect employers with job-ready talent for roles tied to solar and energy efficiency.
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