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Connecticut Business & Economy: A new survey points to growing affordability pressure in the state’s food basket, with 41% of Connecticut households saying fresh produce has become a luxury and 51% reporting their diets are less healthy than a few years ago. Downtown Revitalization: Waterbury’s Bank Street topped a Connecticut “revival” wish list, with New Britain and Torrington also ranking high—an indicator of where residents want investment in walkable, historic commercial corridors. Housing & Consumer Costs: A major antitrust settlement in the rent-setting software fight landed in the spotlight again, as Connecticut’s broader housing-cost debate continues amid scrutiny of algorithmic rent alignment practices. Banking & Deals: Jim Cramer highlighted Banco Santander’s planned acquisition of Webster Financial—an M&A signal that could reshape banking competition in Connecticut. Policy & Regulation: Connecticut lawmakers continue moving on privacy and health-care provider/insurer dispute rules, while national attention grows on how AI firms are gaining influence over government decision-making. Local Business Growth: Stamford’s marketing firm launched a system aimed at helping local businesses rank in AI search, reflecting how Connecticut companies are adapting to new discovery channels.

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Connecticut ranked 26th for total corporations in general license taxes revenue in the U.S. in 2024

Connecticut ranked 26th for total corporations in general license taxes revenue in the U.S. in 2024

California ranked 16th nationwide for corporations in general license taxes collections in 2024

California ranked 16th nationwide for corporations in general license taxes collections in 2024

Arkansas ranked 24th for total corporations in general license taxes revenue in the U.S. in 2024

Arkansas ranked 24th for total corporations in general license taxes revenue in the U.S. in 2024

Survey finds fresh produce becoming a luxury for many Connecticut families

Survey finds fresh produce becoming a luxury for many Connecticut families

Waterbury’s Bank Street leads Connecticut’s downtown revival priorities, survey finds

Waterbury’s Bank Street leads Connecticut’s downtown revival priorities, survey finds

Wisconsin ranked 27th for total corporations in general license taxes revenue in the U.S. in 2024

Wisconsin ranked 27th for total corporations in general license taxes revenue in the U.S. in 2024

Ohio placed 8th in U.S. ranking for corporations in general license taxes collected in 2024

Ohio placed 8th in U.S. ranking for corporations in general license taxes collected in 2024

Kentucky ranks 14th in the U.S. for most corporations in general license taxes paid in 2024

Kentucky ranks 14th in the U.S. for most corporations in general license taxes paid in 2024


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