AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBanking Deal: First Hawaiian Bank’s parent will buy TriCo Bancshares in a $2B all-stock deal, creating a combined ~$34B-asset bank and giving Honolulu-based First Hawaiian its first mainland branch network in a decade. Corporate & Markets: First Hawaiian shares slid after the announcement, even as the company previewed preliminary Q2 results ahead of its July 24 reporting date. Local Housing Policy: Honolulu’s “empty homes tax” push is back in motion via the Charter Commission, with a proposed penalty of at least 2% for homes left “empty” over six months—aimed at easing the city’s housing crunch. Tourism & Events: Hawai‘i Tourism Authority approved $1M for 10 signature festivals and sports events statewide in 2026, betting on resident-visitor interaction and out-of-state draw. Energy & Business Calendar: Par Pacific set its Q2 2026 earnings release and investor call schedule for early August. Workforce & Hiring Tech: A Hawai‘i Island resident’s app, ShiftPass, is helping job seekers apply with one profile for maintenance and custodial roles nationwide. Aviation Safety Litigation: New lawsuits tied to the UPS Louisville crash accuse UPS and Boeing of putting profits over people, adding to a growing legal wave after the Nov. 2025 disaster.
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