Murphy USA Misses Q1 Forecasts as Storms and Rising Expenses Weigh on Profits
The El Dorado-based convenience store chain reported net income of $53 million, down 19.4% from a year ago. read more >
US Trade Deficit Hits Record High as Businesses, Consumers Try to Get Ahead of Trump Tariffs
Pharma products climbed $20.9 billion, the U.S. Census Bureau and Bureau of Economic Analysis noted, signaling fears about future levies impacting the sector. read more >
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North Little Rock’s McCain Plaza Sells for $25.8M
The of a North Little Rock shopping center starts off this week’s list of million-dollar real estate & construction transactions. read more >
Little Rock Port Industrial Park Sale-Leaseback Tops $35M (Real Deals)
A 562,600-SF plastic home organization products plant in the Little Rock Port Industrial Park hosted a $35.48 million sale-leaseback transaction. read more >
by George Waldon -
Plan Now or Pay Later (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)
Exit planning is a gift to yourself, your legacy and your community. read more >
by Hunter Field -
Walmart Appeals $101M Award in PPE Supply Case, Seeks New Trial
A judge upheld a $101.2M verdict against Walmart in a glove contract dispute and added $24.1M in interest and fees; Walmart is appealing. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Alone on an Island (Sabrina Starling on Small Business)
Shifting mindset and seeking support are the best ways to deal with your emotions as a business owner. read more >
Harps Food Buys Craven Foods of Fairfield Bay
Harps will open a store at the location on May 21, two days after Craven Foods closes. Craven Foods was owned by Jimmy and Teresa Craven. read more >
US Consumer Confidence Plunges to Lowest In 5 Years On Tariff Worries
About half of Americans are also worried about the potential for a recession, according to a survey by The Associated Press-NORC Center. read more >
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Climate Disasters & the State (Editorial)
It’s time for Arkansas to consider what disaster recovery aid would look like without FEMA. read more >
Attorney Justin Crawley Faces Felony Theft & Forgery Charges
The northwest Arkansas attorney left a trail of unpaid bills in the months before he was charged on April 11. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Heartland Honda Changes Owners (NWA Real Deals)
Heartland Honda in Springdale has a new owner after a $5.6 million sale. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Arkansas Builders Tackle Skilled Labor Shortage with In-House Training
Construction company leaders in Arkansas agree skilled labor is in short supply, but the shortage has become so chronic that they’ve grown accustomed to working around it. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon’s Total Compensation Rises to $27M
McMillon received a $4.3 million bonus, but most of his compensation came in stock awards. read more >
Sellers of Secondhand Clothes Prepare for Tariffs to Give Their Businesses a Boost
Stores selling secondhand clothes, shoes and accessories are poised to benefit from President Donald Trump'strade war even as businesses the world over race to avert potential damage, according to industry experts. read more >
Clinton Foundation Buys Heifer HQ for $27M (Real Deals)
The Clinton Foundation bought Heifer's $27M downtown campus; other Pulaski County deals include homes, warehouses, and medical and retail sites. read more >
by George Waldon -
The Things We Cannot Change (Gwen Moritz Commentary)
Congress doesn’t seem to want to change what it can, but other countries will. read more >
by Gwen Moritz -
State Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.7% in March
On a monthly basis, the largest growth was in leisure and hospitality, which added 3,200 jobs. read more >
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Ridge Road Village Tops $6.2M (Real Deals)
An 80-unit seniors living project in North Little Rock tipped the scales at $6.23 million. read more >
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Murphy USA Adds 32 Stores in 2024, Plans 50 More in 2025
Murphy USA added 32 stores in 2024, grew revenue and shareholder value, and paid CEO Andrew Clyde over $11M as its market cap surpassed $10B. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
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