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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


Letters: Congress should follow business leadership on energy policy
As Louisianans know, domestic oil production is critical to our nation’s economic vitality but has been under attack since Joe Biden took...
Feb 9, 2023


Exxon Mobil’s Business in Louisiana: An Overview
Exxon Mobil, one of the world's largest publicly traded international oil and gas companies, has a significant presence in Louisiana....
Feb 8, 2023


Bitcoin in Louisiana: Understanding the Rise of Cryptocurrency in the Pelican State
Louisiana, known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant economy, is now making headlines for its growing interest in the world of...
Feb 7, 2023


Louisiana Takes "Crucial Step" in Bolstering State's Insurance Market
Louisiana's ongoing insurance crisis reached a pivotal moment on Friday as lawmakers overwhelmingly approved a $45 million funding bill...
Feb 6, 2023


London-based FinTech Firm to Offer Flood Insurance in Louisiana
In the wake of a devastating hurricane season in the US, policyholders have had to wait weeks or months for their claims to be paid,...
Jan 30, 2023


Letter to the Editor: Why Amazon Needs to be Regulated Under the Sherman Anti-Trust Act
Dear Editor, I am writing to express my concern about the unchecked power and dominance of Amazon in the retail market. As one of the...
Jan 26, 2023


LA Business Background: Bollinger Shipyard
Bollinger Shipyards, LLC, is a shipbuilding and repair company based in Lockport, Louisiana. The company was founded in 1946 by Donald G....
Jan 26, 2023


Elevance Health to Acquire Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Elevance Health, Inc. (NYSE: ELV) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana announced today that the companies have entered into a...
Jan 25, 2023


Is it time to "Mint The Coin?"
The recent election of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House, and the subsequent empowerment of hardcore conservatives, has brought...
Jan 24, 2023
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