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These are the top local news stories from News is my Business for Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Veto of Puerto Rico inventory tax bill sparks islandwide debate

Published 31 October 2025, 5:06 am

Private sector leaders call it a missed opportunity for reform, while mayors and municipal legislators defend the veto as essential to protect town revenues. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico’s youth drove 2nd wave of emigration

Published 31 October 2025, 5:05 am

From 2018 to 2022, up to 3% of young Puerto Ricans left for the U.S. mainland seeking higher salaries, better benefits and greater job opportunities, according to new data from the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics. #NewsismyBusiness

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Building a stronger, smarter electric grid for Puerto Rico

Published 31 October 2025, 5:04 am

Projects in Monacillos, Bayamón, Humacao, Arecibo and Ponce aim to boost reliability, efficiency and customer service through substation upgrades, smart meter installations and restored transmission lines. #NewsismyBusiness

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Shutdown spotlights Puerto Rico’s federal dependency

Published 31 October 2025, 5:03 am

As the U.S. shutdown drags on, economist Graham Castillo warns that Puerto Rico’s food aid crisis shows its heavy reliance on federal aid.
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Airbnb activates anti-party tech for Halloween

Published 31 October 2025, 5:02 am

The platform deploys machine learning to block high-risk bookings across Puerto Rico, warning users not to book for others. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico tourism on pace for record year-end

Published 31 October 2025, 5:01 am

Discover Puerto Rico unveils new marketing alliances, cruise milestones and events driving 2025 growth. #NewsismyBusiness

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Nestlé expands food, beverage portfolio in Puerto Rico

Published 31 October 2025, 5:00 am

The company introduces cold drinks, new culinary brands and partnerships to strengthen its local food service business. #NewsismyBusiness

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Lilly invests $1.2B to expand Puerto Rico operations

Published 30 October 2025, 5:05 am

The Carolina campus modernization will create 1,100 jobs boost production capacity, and strengthen the island’s role in U.S. manufacturing. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico telecom sector tops $3.5B investment

Published 30 October 2025, 5:04 am

APT study finds industry generates billions in wages, thousands of jobs and remains vital to the island’s economic growth. #NewsismyBusiness

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Study: Puerto Rico startups surge despite capital limits

Published 30 October 2025, 5:03 am

Mastercard–Endeavor report finds record growth, rising revenues and a maturing innovation ecosystem driven by talent and resilience. #NewsismyBusiness

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Esperanza Para Puerto Rico launches relief drive

Published 30 October 2025, 5:02 am

Grassroots initiative to provide food, hygiene items, and support to more than 100 families in Luquillo this weekend. #NewsismyBusiness

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After Hours brings global dining to Puerto Rico

Published 30 October 2025, 5:01 am

The nomadic restaurant expands its collaborative culinary concept to San Juan, Arecibo, Cabo Rojo and Rincón in early 2026. #NewsismyBusiness

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Volvo reintroduces XC40 to Puerto Rico market

Published 30 October 2025, 5:00 am

The premium compact SUV returns with Scandinavian design, advanced technology and safety features tailored to local demand. #NewsismyBusiness

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Study: Puerto Rico lost $18B to investor tax incentives

Published 29 October 2025, 5:06 am

The Puerto Rico No Se Vende coalition warns of deepening inequality as the government expands audits to curb noncompliance under Act 60. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico ranks 3rd in US solar and storage growth

Published 29 October 2025, 5:05 am

New study highlights island’s rapid renewable expansion as Gov. Jenniffer González pledges to defend net metering and accelerate energy transformation. #NewsismyBusiness

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