Rhode Island Business News

Rhode Island Secretary of Commerce Resigns for World Cup Initiative

News Summary Elizabeth Tanner has resigned as Rhode Island's Secretary of Commerce to lead Ocean State 2026, a nonprofit aimed…

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Rhode Island Upgraded to AA+ by Fitch Ratings

News Summary Fitch Ratings has upgraded Rhode Island's Long-term Issue Default Rating from AA to AA+, reflecting improved creditworthiness due…

4 weeks ago

Rhode Island Hosts Annual Business Women Awards Luncheon

News Summary On May 22nd, Rhode Island will celebrate outstanding women from various industries at the Business Women Awards Luncheon.…

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Police Investigate Shooting in Providence Plaza

News Summary Police in Providence are investigating a shooting that occurred on June 1, 2025, leaving a 22-year-old man injured.…

4 weeks ago

Rhode Island’s Economic Performance and Public Sentiment Decline

News Summary Rhode Island ranks 33rd in the WalletHub economic performance rankings, reflecting a decline from previous years. While there…

4 weeks ago

Duffy & Sweeney Merges with Stevens & Lee in New England

News Summary Duffy & Sweeney, a Providence-based law firm, has merged with Stevens & Lee, marking the latter's 16th office…

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Citizens Financial Group to Close 15 Branches Across Six States

News Summary Citizens Financial Group Inc. is set to close 15 branches, including one in East Providence, reducing its branch…

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Rhode Island Sees Record High in CEO Compensation

News Summary Rhode Island's CEO pay has reached a record average of $17.1 million, driven by notable figures like Axon…

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Rhode Island Expands Adult-Use Cannabis Market Regulations

News Summary Rhode Island is set to enhance its adult-use cannabis market with comprehensive regulations released by the Cannabis Control…

4 weeks ago

Record Oceanfront Estate Sale in Narragansett for $5.6 Million

News Summary The coastal real estate market in Narragansett, Rhode Island, has seen a significant surge with the sale of…

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