Banking & Finance

Can state use cryptocurrency? Lawmakers will study issue

Louisiana is launching a committee to determine whether the state should wade into the...

Postlethwaite & Netterville acquires Shreveport accounting firm 

Baton Rouge-based accounting firm Postlethwaite & Netterville today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Shreveport-based RBM LLP.  

Here’s why Republic Finance is moving its headquarters out of Baton Rouge

Republic Finance, a rapidly growing consumer lender founded in Baton Rouge 70 years ago, is establishing its headquarters in Plano, Texas. 

Republic Finance moving headquarters from Baton Rouge to north Texas

Republic Finance, a 70-year-old consumer loan provider, is moving its headquarters from Baton Rouge to Plano, Texas, according to Texas-based media reports. 

Refinancing slows following boom of last two years

Refinancing in Baton Rouge has hit the brakes as mortgage rates rise, putting an end to the pandemic refinancing boom sparked by historically low interest rates. 

Tax Foundation middle of the pack for business-related property taxes

The Tax Foundation ranks Louisiana 23rd on its list of the most business-friendly states when it comes to property taxes, up one spot from last year. The Tax Foundation ranks Louisiana 23rd on its list of the most business-friendly states when it comes to property taxes, up one spot from last year. 
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Public companies going private as buyers seize on stock market declines 

More public companies are going private as deal-makers look to use the capital they...

Revenue Estimating Conference projects higher tax revenue for Louisiana

Higher tax revenue is helping add $350 million to Louisiana’s general fund budget for...

State officials report $1.9M in questionable pandemic aid to businesses

The Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s Office and the state Treasury have identified more than $1.9 million in questionable payments made through the federally funded Main Street Recovery Program.

Influential Woman in Business: Karen Breaux of Postlethwaite & Netterville

For Karen Breaux, life is a series of moments, which, if you play them right, can teach you everything you need to know to move forward, even if the lesson isn’t immediately obvious.