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After a half-point rate cut, what will be the Fed’s next move and when...

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of...

Brad Barber shares how his company prioritizes mental health in the workplace 

Mental health isn’t just a trending topic; it’s an issue that affects everyone including in the workplace.  Brad Barber, CEO of H&E Rentals, one of...

See how the Baton Rouge commercial real estate market fared in August

Overall, commercial sales transactions and deal velocity in East Baton Rouge Parish were down last month, according to Elifin Realty’s latest data.  Sales declined 7.03%,...

A Q&A with incumbent Sharon Weston Broome

Daily Report sat down with Mayor Sharon Weston Broome to discuss her mayoral campaign and her vision for Baton Rouge. This interview has been...

Land for new logistics park acquired for $10.9M

Two Louisiana-based firms—JRE Capital and Ratcliff Development, partnered to purchase nearly 200 acres in Geismar for a new logistics park. The firms purchased the 186...

Louisiana moves closer to having a statewide energy efficiency program

Louisiana is on the verge of becoming one of a select few states with a statewide program that will regulate and facilitate energy efficiency...

This local jewelry brand is expanding with a new production facility 

Mimosa Handcrafted, a Baton Rouge-based handcrafted jewelry brand, has expanded its footprint with a new production space in the Baton Rouge Industriplex business park.  The...

Audit finds Louisiana state government entities growing in number

Despite calls from some circles for smaller government, Louisiana added eight new boards, commissions and other state-created oversight entities since the previous fiscal year,...

Roundup: Fed rate cut / Dollar store expansions / Mortgage demand

Today is the day: The Federal Reserve on Wednesday will lower interest rates for the first time in more than four years as the...

What a potential strike by dockworkers would mean for the US economy

Determined to thwart the automating of their jobs, about 45,000 dockworkers along the U.S. East and Gulf coasts are threatening to strike on Oct....

Vacant land in Ascension Commerce Center sells for $1.65M

A pair of local investors purchased five vacant lots totaling nearly seven acres in the Ascension Commerce Center, according to a deal filed Monday...

Roundup: Steelmakers / Louisiana teachers / FDIC rules

Expect a drop: U.S. steelmakers are projecting lower quarterly profits as automotive companies and equipment manufacturers dial down production. Higher interest rates, rising operating...

The world’s largest renewable natural gas production plant is coming to Louisiana

Woodland Biofuels Inc. is planning a $1.35 billion investment at the Port of South Louisiana to establish one of the world’s largest renewable biofuels...

How to respond to a break-in as a small business owner

Break-ins and thefts can happen at any small business, no matter how tight the security. In the retail sector alone, more than half of small...

How women are faring when it comes to gaining early career promotions

While women hold more top jobs in companies than in the past, they are still lagging behind men on crucial early promotions into management,...

Metro Council set to adopt these new tax rates at Wednesday’s meeting

The Baton Rouge Metro Council will adopt the 2024 adjusted and increased tax millage rates during a public hearing at its meeting Wednesday evening. The...

Roundup: Major disaster declaration / New Orleans Pelicans / AT&T workers

Francine aftermath: President Joe Biden has issued a major disaster declaration in Louisiana following Hurricane Francine, unlocking federal help for affected individuals and business...

What the latest data is showing about US retail sales

Americans spent a bit more at retailers last month, providing a small boost to the economy just as the Federal Reserve considers how much...

Roundup: PAR Louisiana / Amazon / Cancer breakthrough?

Seeking feedback: The Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana is working on its research agenda for next year and is soliciting feedback from Louisiana...

The strategy behind BP’s plan to sell its US onshore wind energy division

BP plans to sell its U.S. onshore wind energy division in an effort to simplify its business and focus on its solar operation, The...