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Fmr. Jindal Staffer, Business Lobbyist Eyes Run for Governor
Sources who spoke anonymously on Monday night have revealed that Stephen Waguespack, the head of Louisiana's powerful business group, the...
Mar 7, 2023


Louisiana Governor Embarks on Trade Mission to Asia to Boost Investment
Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards is heading to Asia for a weeklong series of meetings with business leaders and policymakers in a bid...
Mar 6, 2023


Louisiana's Deep South Studios struggles to attract investors despite uptick in local productions
Deep South Studios, a movie production facility in Algiers, Louisiana, has been in development for nearly a decade. Movie producer Scott...
Mar 1, 2023


Louisiana Loses 50,000 Workers During Pandemic: Northern Louisiana Wages Below State Average
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on economies around the world, and Louisiana has not been immune to its effects. A new...
Feb 28, 2023


Louisiana & Gulf Coast States named top regions for Black-owned businesses in 2023
As Winter comes to an end, many Northerners are planning their Spring trips to warmer regions such as the mid-Atlantic or Gulf Coast. For...
Feb 27, 2023


Louisiana's Home Insurance Market Struggles in the Face of Hurricane Risk
Louisiana is a state of many faces. From the haunting bayous to the lively streets of New Orleans, Louisiana has an appeal that few...
Feb 24, 2023


Louisiana's LNG Export Terminals Boost US Exports to Europe by 123% in 2022
In 2022, the United States saw a significant increase in liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports compared to the previous year. According to...
Feb 23, 2023


The Economic Impact of Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras is a significant event across many towns and cities in Louisiana, including Youngsville, Eunice, Crowley, and Breaux Bridge....
Feb 22, 2023


Louisiana State Bond Commission Considers Limiting Business with Banks Over Gun and Energy Policies
The Louisiana State Bond Commission is planning to limit the state’s business with large banks based on their dealings with gun...
Feb 21, 2023


Report: Louisiana's combined sales tax rate is the nation's highest
(The Center Square) – Louisiana’s combined state and local sales taxes are the highest in the nation, a reality critics contend is one of...
Feb 17, 2023


Forbes Advisor Ranks Louisiana 37th Best State to Start a Business in 2023
Forbes Advisor recently released its latest ranking of the best states to start a business in 2023, and Louisiana came in at number 37....
Feb 14, 2023


Louisiana Sees Decline in M&A Deal Value in 2022 Despite Similar Number of Transactions
Louisiana saw a significant decline in the value of mergers and acquisitions in 2022, with 206 transactions announced or closed,...
Feb 11, 2023
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