The Greater Houston Partnership announced a surge in new business openings for Q2 2025, highlighting robust growth across energy, tech, and healthcare sectors, signaling strong regional economic momentum.
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Shell USA President Gretchen Watkins is stepping down, the company announced. A successor has been named as Shell prepares for leadership transition amid evolving energy market challenges. More details to follow.
PepsiCo is set to build a massive warehouse west of Houston in 2025, marking the year’s largest industrial real estate deal. The project underscores the region’s growing importance as a logistics hub.
Houston’s job growth expectations for 2025 have been cut in half, according to GHP. Despite the slowdown, experts say the local economy remains strong, supported by energy and healthcare sectors.
Texas’ economy heavily depends on international trade, with billions in exports driving growth. Key sectors like energy, technology, and agriculture benefit from global markets, underlining the state’s trade significance.
Katz’s Deli & Bar is set to open its fifth Houston-area location, expanding its popular menu of classic deli favorites. The new venue aims to bring more of its signature sandwiches and vibrant atmosphere to local diners.
Eli Lilly announces a $6.5 billion investment to build a new manufacturing plant in Houston, promising significant job creation and boosting the region’s pharmaceutical industry. The facility aims to enhance production capacity and innovation.
Steve Radom, dubbed Houston’s busiest man, expertly juggles multiple redevelopment projects across the city. His strategic vision and leadership are transforming Houston’s urban landscape at an unprecedented pace.
Houston’s biotech and health care sectors are rebounding, with investment climbing again after a recent slump, according to the latest data. The city’s growing innovation hub is attracting renewed investor interest.
Comfort Medical Scrubs Co. has chosen Rice Village for its third brick-and-mortar store, expanding its local footprint. The new location aims to serve healthcare workers with quality, comfortable uniforms.
British manufacturer Deep is expanding to Houston with a $100M investment in the U.S. The move aims to boost production capacity and strengthen the company’s presence in the North American market.
The Houston region shed jobs through the first five months of 2025, reversing earlier gains. Despite the slowdown, economists anticipate overall job growth by year-end, driven by energy and tech sectors.
Lovett Industrial has launched the next phase of its 610 Business District, an infill business park in South Houston, aiming to meet growing demand for industrial space in a strategic location near key transportation routes.
Construction has begun on over 900 new homes in a growing Houston-area community. The development aims to address rising housing demand, offering modern options for families and professionals in the region.
Fort Worth private equity firm Alsay has acquired a Houston-based water services company, expanding its regional footprint. The deal aims to enhance service capabilities and drive growth in the water infrastructure sector.
Houston-based ArcLight affiliate secures $1B investment from the Canada Pension Plan, significantly expanding its power portfolio. The deal marks a major boost for the firm’s renewable and traditional energy assets.
Al Brende, co-founder of Land Tejas and pioneer of master-planned communities, has died at 80. His visionary work reshaped residential development, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.
The Greater Houston Partnership is making strides with the serjoud521j35r6i0dss7990vhwagc initiative, aiming to boost regional economic growth and foster innovation across industries in the Houston area.
Buzbee Law Firm has filed a $100M lawsuit against the NFL, challenging the ownership of the Houston Texans. The case highlights growing legal tensions surrounding the franchise’s control and league authority.
Global energy sector layoffs intensified in 2025 amid weakening crude prices, Reuters reports. Despite the workforce cuts, mergers and acquisitions surged as companies reposition in a volatile market.