Banking & Finance

Gov. Edwards opens final session with insurance on everyone’s agenda

Gov. John Bel Edwards opened this year’s regular legislative session—his last as governor—with calls for addressing what many lawmakers and business advocates call a crisis in the state’s property insurance market. 

See how far sales of apartment complexes have fallen in Baton Rouge 

Sales of multifamily complexes have cooled in Baton Rouge amid a national slowdown fueled by higher interest rates, banking fears and slowing rent growth. 

Up to $113M in federal support now available for Louisiana small businesses

Louisiana has officially launched a program that makes up to $113 million in federal support available to small business owners. 

How a tax extension could delay your business loan 

If you’re planning to apply for a business loan this year, understand the impact an extension could have so you can keep your finances on track. 

Opinion| Flooded with questions

Louisiana is facing another insurance crisis but state officials—as usual—have no interest in addressing the root problem.

Banking industry wants Legislature to strengthen penalties against ATM thieves

A rise in ATM thefts has the Louisiana banking industry turning to the Legislature for help.
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Bernhard Capital-backed Grace Hebert Curtis acquires Florida architectural firm

Bernhard Capital-backed Grace Hebert Curtis Architects announced today it has acquired architectural firm Bullock Tice Associates.

Blue Cross leaders say the sale to Elevance will help it stay competitive 

Why Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana officials believe the proposed sale to Elevance Health is necessary to remain competitive.

BLUE bets that bigger is better

Why Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana officials believe the proposed sale to Elevance Health is necessary to remain competitive.

State has $1B in unclaimed property; does some belong to you or your business?

Louisiana’s unclaimed property program currently has about $1 billion in abandoned financial assets, State Treasurer John Schroder says.Â