AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDefense Manufacturing: Lockheed Martin plans to invest $420 million in its Camden operations, adding 650 jobs over five years and expanding production of missile-defense and precision-strike systems. Banking: FNBC has completed its RiverWind acquisition, bringing its assets to about $1 billion and expanding its reach into central Arkansas; it opened a Searcy branch Monday. Steel Investment: U.S. Steel has broken ground on a $1.9 billion direct-reduced-iron plant in Osceola, expected to create about 200 permanent jobs and up to 2,000 construction jobs. Agriculture: Arkansas rice leaders warn that rising imports, weak farm economics and higher production costs are squeezing growers, amid a broader farm crisis. Energy Costs: Beaver Water District’s new solar array is expected to meet up to 20% of its electricity needs and save an estimated $7 million to $11 million over its lifetime.
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