AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPermitting: Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s administration says it has cut permit backlogs and launched a public dashboard to track progress, while outlining its energy strategy to business leaders. Consumer Protection: New Jersey has joined the FTC and 19 other states in suing Dollar General, alleging stores repeatedly charged shoppers more than advertised; the company denies wrongdoing. Banking: Morristown-based Valley National is preparing to integrate fintech Bluevine after agreeing to a $340 million acquisition. Bluevine brings $2.1 billion in deposits and 175,000 small-business clients; the deal is expected to close in 2027. Industry and Development: A new report reinforces New Jersey’s bioscience strength, while warehouse demand is reshaping the state’s industrial market. Public Finance: New Jersey’s pension fund reported a 14.8% return, beating expectations for a third straight year.
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