RGV job growth stays ahead of Texas and U.S., new data show
See where the Valley is adding jobs, according to data released Friday by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.... Read more »
Economic Trends
As banks tighten construction lending, some Rio Grande Valley homebuilders are eyeing alternative financing
Despite higher borrowing costs, some Valley homebuilders are turning to private, non-bank financing options to keep projects moving.... Read more »
Brownsville ranks among top U.S. metros for economic competitiveness and growth
Site-selection metrics and migration trends highlight Brownsville’s growing appeal to employers and residents.... Read more »
Homeland Security chief hears farmers’ concerns, dismisses economic fallout of ICE raids
Kristi Noem emphasized border security during a Valley visit while dismissing concerns from industry leaders about labor shortages linked to... Read more »
A year of becoming: The Rio Grande Valley in 2026
Bridge expansions, LNG construction, SpaceX growth, and trade shifts are reshaping the region — here’s what to watch this year.... Read more »
Over 1,200 acres of Rio Grande Valley citrus placed under new fruit fly quarantines
Quarantine zones in La Feria and Peñitas are delaying harvests as growers contend with recurring pest controls.... Read more »
Mexico auto sales dip in 2025, but Reynosa dealers report strong demand
Border dealers cite SUV purchases, financing incentives, and used-vehicle sales as national volumes soften.... Read more »
The Rio Grande Valley has added billions in property value since 2020, but growth hasn’t been even
A RGV Business Journal analysis traces where the Valley’s growth concentrated — and where it lagged.... Read more »
Sending money to Mexico just got more expensive— here’s what to know
The Trump administration imposed a new tax on money sent to Mexico, but there are some loopholes to avoid paying... Read more »
RGV bars rang up $193M in alcohol sales in 2025; one McAllen bar stood above the rest
As revelers prepare to ring in the New Year, here’s a list of the most popular bars across the Rio... Read more »
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