AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAntitrust & Housing Markets: Virginia’s AG Nick Brown and a coalition of states, with the FTC, reached a settlement to unwind an anticompetitive Zillow-Redfin apartment advertising deal, aiming to restore competition and curb manipulated rental listing prices. Utility Politics: Virginia officials pushed back on claims that donations are steering views in the Dominion–NextEra merger review, as lawmakers defend their independence while the $67B deal faces scrutiny. Defense Supply Chain: ASC opened a path for Australian firms to qualify for sustainment work tied to Virginia-class submarines, expanding long-term manufacturing and engineering opportunities linked to HMAS Stirling. Data Centers & Power Strain: The national backlash over AI data centers is intensifying, with Trump calling community rejections “a mistake” while coverage highlights how electricity demand, permitting, and secrecy are driving local pushback. Local Construction: The City of Norton is soliciting bids for Southside Neighborhood Improvements—Phase 2, including major waterline and sewer work funded through Virginia’s housing program. Food Retail: Target is leaning harder into food and beverage merchandising, spotlighting emerging brands and using grocery growth to drive store traffic. Agriculture & Media: Farm Aid 2026 will air live on CNN and SiriusXM, with Virginia Beach set for the Sept. 26 festival.
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