AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTourism: Guam Visitors Bureau reported a $3.95 million FY2026 revenue shortfall, 11.76% below projections, as visitor arrivals fell 5.6% from FY2025. Energy Costs: The CNMI’s proposed $245 million solar-and-storage deal faces final scrutiny ahead of an Oct. 31 financing deadline; residents and businesses could learn Nov. 20 whether utility rates will rise. Seabed Mining: Federal officials set a Nov. 19 American Samoa lease auction, with a Marianas sale to follow Dec. 16 near Guam. CNMI Gov. David Apatang is seeking revenue sharing, local jobs and environmental protections. Business Recovery: Guam businesses affected by Typhoon Bavi can apply for SBA economic injury loans through July 7, 2027. Small Business Readiness: A free CNMI SBDC summit will help women-owned businesses strengthen financial, cybersecurity and disaster preparedness. Visitor Market: Guam’s tourism bureau and SBS Medianet signed an agreement to attract more Korean visitors.
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