AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoData Centers & AI Buildout: Oracle’s $300B compute deal with OpenAI is driving major data-center expansion across Texas, New Mexico, Wisconsin and Michigan, with Vertiv and Caterpillar positioned as key “plumbing” suppliers. Local Governance & Housing Costs: Livonia’s Trinity Park is ending income-based rents, pushing seniors toward steep monthly increases tied to utilities, insurance and maintenance costs. Retail Enforcement: Michigan AG Dana Nessel reached a settlement with Five Below over alleged pricing scanner overcharges and missing price displays, including quarterly pricing audits. Energy & Power Projects: Coldwater Solar marked its first year of operations with $1M+ in tax and community benefit payments, and construction began on a nearby 75-MW storage project. Manufacturing/Tech Finance: Fifth Third completed its Comerica merger conversion, bringing nearly 600,000 accounts and 293 branches onto Fifth Third systems across multiple states including Michigan. Agriculture & Food Safety: Michigan confirmed bovine TB in Iosco County cattle herds, while U.S. officials investigate a surge in cyclospora linked to fresh produce. Workforce & Education: Western Michigan University hosted Business Bash to connect students with career paths and industry RSOs.
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