Economics

Pico y Pala by Sergio Barajas
Pico Y Pala: It’s a Wrap! Now the Real Work Begins

AVANCE is over, but for the National Hispanic Construction Alliance the real work is just starting, with new partners, new chapters, and a Construction Village

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Beyond the Numbers: What AVANCE Global Leaves Behind

More than 5,000 people gathered at AVANCE Global in Las Vegas. Decades of research on proximity, weak ties, and shared identity explain what that scale sets in motion.

Pico y Pala by Sergio Barajas
Pico Y Pala: The Workforce That Keeps Building America

This Labor Day, the Hispanic construction workforce deserves recognition—for its persistence through adversity and for the America it keeps building

The Future of Homeownership: How Buyers Are Getting Creative
The Future of Homeownership: How Buyers Are Getting Creative

As traditional homeownership becomes harder to reach, buyers are reconsidering one of its oldest assumptions: that a home needs to belong to one person or one household

The Hidden Economics of Trust Inside Organizations
The Hidden Economics of Trust Inside Organizations

Trust rarely appears on a balance sheet. But research suggests the economics of trust show up in approvals, monitoring, and the rising cost of coordination

The New Rules of Retirement: How Financial Planning Is Evolving
The New Rules of Retirement: How Financial Planning Is Evolving

Longer lives, inflation, and Social Security uncertainty are reshaping retirement planning—from withdrawal rates to when work becomes optional.

Pico y Pala by Sergio Barajas
Pico Y Pala: Now You Know

Immigrants make up more than a quarter of America’s construction workforce and enforcement that stops distinguishing threats from builders puts the nation’s capacity to build at risk

What Cities Really Compete for During Global Events
What Cities Really Compete for During Global Events

As global competition intensifies, host cities are learning that the real prize isn’t tourism revenue — it’s the talent, investment, and reputation that outlast the closing ceremony.

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5 LGBTQ+ Latino-Owned Businesses to Support All Year Round

Giving your support to LGBTQ+ Latino-owned businesses year-round is a meaningful way to promote diversity,…

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The Top 10 Largest Latino-Owned Financial Companies

Discover the top ten largest Latino-owned financial companies and their crucial role in promoting financial equity for underserved communities and minorities

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Latino Voters List Housing Affordability as Top Issue

Key takeaways from UnidosUS’ Latino Vote Briefing Series on housing affordability

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Finance News Roundup, May 17

Mortgage updates, crypto outlooks, and Latin American market analysis—your window into this week’s finance news roundup

10 Things Every Latino CEO Should Know

Unlock the keys to success for any Latino CEO navigating the corporate landscape with these ten essential insights

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Finance News Roundup, April 19

This week’s finance news roundup explores Latin American markets and fintech expansion, rising mortgage rates, and Latino tech investors

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Finance News Roundup, April 5

This week’s finance news roundup explores the Federal Reserve raising interest rates, inflation concerns, and Latin American fintech on the rise

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Alma Karina Martinez Leads El Monte with Vision and Resilience

Alma Karina Martinez’s journey from immigrant beginnings to becoming the city’s first Latina manager showcases her commitment to uplifting communities and driving transformative urban progress.

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From Goya Heir to Investor: Andy Unanue Empowers Families and Hispanic Leaders

Andy Unanue is using his expertise in the Hispanic market to invest in family businesses and build legacy as managing partner of AUA Private Equity Partners

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Herving Sanchez Helps Lead Others to a Healthier Life at MyFitnessPal

Herving Sanchez shares his journey to finance and how being a golf caddy prepared him to be a finance leader

Tech News Roundup, March 22

This week’s tech news roundup covers the threat of an Apple monopoly, bigger pushes to integrate AI, and more

Finance News Roundup, March 22

This week’s finance news roundup covers Reddit’s stock market debut, mortgage rates on the rise, and more

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15 Latina CEOs You Should Know

We’ve compiled a list of fifteen Latina CEOs who should be on your radar this Women’s History Month