Arizona Finance Industry Newswire

Arizona strong GDP growth in 2024: How state stacks up nationally

Arizona real GDP rose by 3.3% at a seasonally-adjusted annual rate over the quarter in the last quarter of 2024. That was well above the U.S. at 2.4% and ranked Arizona 11th in the nation (excluding the District of Columbia). State gains were powered by …

Democrats accuse Trump of potential 'market manipulation' after stocks surge in response to tariff pause

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s social media posts ahead of his announcement Wednesday that he was reversing course on many tariffs have fueled suggestions by several Congress members of potential market manipulation. What You Need To Know President …

Tariffs Are Crushing These 2 Stocks, but Long-Term Investors Could Get an Amazing Bargain

While stock market investing is one of the best ways to build wealth, it is not without its risks. The ongoing trade war between the U.S. and other countries is a perfect example. However, with the Nasdaq Composite down by over 20% year to date, the chaos …

U.S. pistachio stocks low ahead of harvest, record crop expected

Jim Zion, managing partner of Meridian Growers, highlights the current status of U.S. pistachio supplies, noting that the remaining stocks are earmarked for Asian festivals as the harvest approaches. India remains a key market, especially for its Diwali …

What does China trade war mean for Arizona employers?

The U.S. and China escalated a trade war, with the U.S. raising tariffs on Chinese goods to 125% and China retaliating with tariffs of 84% on U.S. goods. While a 90-day suspension of tariff hikes against other nations buoyed stock prices, the conflict with …

LP Insurance Services, LLC. Welcomes Rachael Rizzi to Commercial Team 

Rachael Rizzi of LP Insurance Services LAS VEGAS – LP Insurance Services, LLC proudly announces the addition of Rachael Rizzi to our commercial lines group in southern Nevada. “I’m so pleased to welcome Rachael to our commercial team,” said Brian Cushard, …

My View: Why strategic investment needed to build Arizona's future workforce

In this guest column, a pair of Arizona business executives who are in the nation's capital this week to rally support for workforce investment urge the business community to increase their strategic investment to help attract workers to advanced …

My View: Why strategic investment needed to build Arizona's future workforce

Averett University sues former CFO, investment firm over withdrawals from endowment

Averett University is suing its former chief financial officer and an investment firm that the school claims colluded to hide budget deficits. The private university in Danville has been cutting costs since spring 2024, when it discovered signs of …

Lori Vallow Daybell Faces New Murder Trial in Arizona

PHOENIX, Arizona — Lori Vallow Daybell, already serving three life sentences for the murders of her children, is on trial once again, this time facing charges of conspiracy to commit first-degree murder in the death of her husband, Charles Vallow. The …

Lunch Wrap: Markets skyrocket after Trump’s 180 on tariffs, ASX tech stocks rally hard

ASX skyrockets after Trump pauses tariffs. Picture via Getty Images ASX skyrockets after Trump pauses tariffs Aussie dollar jumps, Bitcoin flies ASX tech stocks lead the charge, miners and fund managers rally   The ASX went absolutely gangbusters on …

Low pay, high stress: Arizona’s teacher exodus

Arizona educators are leaving the profession in alarming numbers, and those who remain say the job is no longer sustainable. “Teacher pay is a factor. Salaries have lagged behind inflation, and teachers struggle to pay their bills,” said Anne Tinkleberg, a …

Woman says Vallow mentioned changing insurance beneficiary the day before his death

PHOENIX — Despite the challenges in their marriage, Charles Vallow still spoke kindly of his estranged wife — Lori Vallow Daybell — up until the night before he was shot and killed in her home, according to the woman Vallow went on a date with that night. …

Birth to Three program rate increase bill stalls in House Finance Committee

CHARLESTON, W.Va. –The Birth to Three program hasn’t seen a rate increase for their practitioners in two decades and a bill that could give them that raise has stalled in the house, where it’s likely to stay. Senate Bill 707 aims to give the practitioners, …

Five Reasons Why a Custom Operating Agreement is Fundamental for an Arizona LLC

When forming an Arizona limited liability company (“LLC”) crafting a custom operating agreement is one of the most important steps taken to protect the business and ensure its long-term success. While Arizona law doesn’t mandate having an operating …

Treasury Department publishes ‘first-of-its-kind’ investigation into fentanyl finance

The Treasury Department published a "first-of-its-kind" investigation into the financial angle of the proliferation of fentanyl in the United States. On Wednesday, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network  …

Lori Daybell representing herself over murder charges in Arizona trial

Lori Vallow Daybell, who is serving several life sentences in connection with the murder of her two children in Idaho and her husband’s previous wife, is now facing a trial in Arizona for conspiring to murder her estranged husband. During the first day of …

US Health Insurance Stocks Rally After $25 Billion Federal Boost To Medicare Payments

Topline Health insurance stocks soared Tuesday morning on the first full day of trading after the U.S. government announced a more than 5% average increase in government reimbursement rates for 2026 Medicare Advantage plans run by private insurers. …

AZ Big Spotlight: JLL, CBRE, P.B. Bell, Arizona REALTORS

Leading broker team moves to JLL Phoenix The Phoenix office of JLL has announced the addition of Bryan Taute, Spencer Nast and William Mask to the JLL team, bringing a combined 40 years of metro Phoenix office market expertise. William Mask Spencer Nast …

New Jersey Recognizes Logie as One of 9 Most Innovative Startups

Logie’s innovative influencer marketing technology was recognized at the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s Founders & Funders All-Stars event UNION CITY, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Logie Inc. an influencer …

Columbia Bank Foundation Returns as All-In Sponsor for The Phoenix Center's 2025 Casino Night Fundraiser

The Phoenix Center, a nonprofit school serving students with autism and multiple disabilities, proudly announces Columbia Bank Foundation as an All-In Sponsor. NUTLEY, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Phoenix Center, a …

New Website ColoradoFSBO.com Launches to Transform Colorado's For Sale By Owner Real Estate Market

Innovative platform provides affordable listing options for property sellers while connecting them with essential real estate service providers across Colorado DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today marks the official …

Launchpad GVL Announces Inaugural In-Person Tech Founder Cohort in Downtown Greenville, SC

Twelve-week program to support early-stage tech startups kicks off in collaboration with Truliant Credit Union. GREENVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Launchpad GVL Announces Inaugural In-Person Tech Founder Cohort …

Economic Club of Las Vegas to Host "First 100 Days of the New Presidency" Reception Event

Economic Club of Las Vegas, along with industry-leading guest speakers, will discuss major policies, trends and the political landscape from the first 100 days. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Economic Club …

One Year of GoKey Basecamp: Pioneering Compliant Tokenized Real Estate Co-Ownership in Colorado

Innovative platform marks first anniversary with proven legal framework for fractional property ownership and new standards in the tokenized real estate market DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GoKey, the blockchain …

Important Announcement USA Based Manufacturing vs Global Trade-Tariff Situation from Really Big Coloring Books®

Recently many of you have expressed a new commitment and interest in US Based Manufacturing and the Publishing of paper-related materials ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dear USA Based Authors, Readers, …

(OTC: CATV) Reports Nearly $500K in Q4 Revenue, eliminates $830K in Debt, and Appoints CEO to Lead Bold Transformation

Susan Ward joins as CEO to spearhead Opus Holdings’ into a high-growth business incubator model after pivotal year of restructuring and Share dilution reduction MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Opus Holdings, Inc. ( …

Canopy Connect Announces Policy Check – Providing Instant Insurance Policy Insights

New feature provides a checklist view of whether an insurance policy meets requirements. BEAVERTON, OR, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Canopy Connect™, the leading insurance verification solution, today announced the …

Pcloudy and QualiZeal Partner to Advance AI-Powered Digital Quality Engineering

Pcloudy and QualiZeal join forces to deliver scalable, AI-driven quality engineering solutions for faster, smarter, and more reliable digital experiences. CA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pcloudy, a leading AI-powered digital …

Advancing Responsible AI: Hirundo's Unlearning Platform Cuts Bias by Nearly Half in State-of-the-Art Llama 4

Hirundo, a machine unlearning startup, announced today a significant advancement in responsible AI by reducing biases in Meta's Llama 4 model by nearly half. TEL AVIV, ISRAEL, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hirundo, a pioneering …

Michael Battalini, CEO of Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group, Featured on The Claudio Reilsono Podcast

PITTSBURGH , PA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michael Battalini, CEO of the Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group, former athlete and coach, and current board member of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame, was …

Ballston Spa National Bank to Renovate Historic Original Home Office on Front Street

Construction and Temporary Closure Begins June 2, 2025 BALLSTON SPA, NY, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ballston Spa National Bank (BSNB) announced today that it will begin a historic rehabilitation of its original headquarters …

Balfour Capital Group Expands Global Footprint with Strategic Entry into Brazil, Names Victor Felix as Strategic Partner

Hedge Funds, Investments YVERDON-LES-BAINS, SWITZERLAND, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Balfour Capital Group, a global investment and advisory firm with over 200 advisors worldwide, is pleased to announce its strategic expansion into …

Exit Planning Institute Austin Chapter Hosts Business Owner Round Table

Austin-area business owners, trusted advisors and consultants can gain insights about business growth, transition strategies, and exit planning. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Exit Planning Institute® Austin …

BankShift Showcases Embedded Banking, at FinovateSpring 2025

BankShift Showcases Embedded Banking Solutions at FinovateSpring 2025, Empowering Credit Unions & Community Banks PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BankShift, a leader in embedded banking technology, is …

EMBank Showcases Visionary Leadership at Baltic Fintech Days 2025

Baltic Fintech Days, spotlighting innovation, disruption, and collaboration across the financial technology landscape. VILNIUS, LITHUANIA, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Last week, Vilnius welcomed the fintech world to the vibrant two-day …

Avertium Recognized with Microsoft Verified Managed XDR Solution Status

Avertium's Fusion MXDR for Microsoft offering has achieved Microsoft Verified Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) solution status. KNOXVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Avertium's Fusion MXDR for …

HiPaaS Inc. Partners with Databricks to Enhance Healthcare Data Interoperability and AI-Powered Insights

New Healthcare Data Integration and Analytics Solution Will Enable Providers and Payers to Leverage AI for Improved Patient Outcomes. PLEASANTON, CA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HiPaaS Inc., a leading healthcare-focused …

FRANDZEL EARNS CHAMBERS CALIFORNIA SPOTLIGHT RANKING

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frandzel Robins Bloom & Csato, L.C. announced today that the firm has been recognized in the inaugural Chambers California Spotlight Guide for 2025. Distinctions from …