AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPrediction Markets Watch: Kalshi and Polymarket are pulling in record World Cup trading—Kalshi topped $31B in June while Polymarket’s “World Cup Winner” hit $3.9B—just as state felony bans and court fights raise the stakes for anyone placing real-money bets. Retail Competition: Rhode Island’s new “scorched earth” grocery covenant law is forcing Walmart to drop a restrictive store-opening policy, aiming to prevent deed barriers that can strand towns in food deserts. Online Gambling: Real-money casino apps are expanding state-by-state; Rhode Island is among the licensed markets, while Maine’s late-2026/2027 rollout is set to be tribe-run under LD 1164. Housing & Development: Pennrose is blending preservation with new production, including a Rhode Island-linked regional push as it scales affordable projects across New England. Real Estate: Compass Providence announced a record Pawtucket sale—144 Marbury St in Oak Hill for $1.31M—highlighting continued demand in select RI neighborhoods. Local Politics: Independent gubernatorial candidate Jay Gotra says he’s nearing 1,000 signatures for Rhode Island ballot access, pitching a cross-party approach to taxes and service gaps. Health Care Staffing: Colorado nursing homes face mounting complaints tied to understaffing, underscoring a broader labor pressure point that can hit costs and outcomes nationwide.
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