Florida Business News
- Consumer sentiment among Floridians improves notably in February
The consumer sentiment survey results published by University of Florida researchers showed overall consumer confidence increased in February. The consumer sentiment index went from 76.9 in January to 79.3 in February.
- Beyond water wars
In a far cry from Florida’s past, when municipalities and counties fought over dwindling water resources and funding, leaders are attempting to regionalize the state’s water supply planning.
- Could the Florida manatee deaths this winter have been prevented?
Cold stress killed Florida manatees as limits on winter refuges and power plant warm water rules face renewed scrutiny statewide.
- Advocates push for Florida arts funding amid cuts
Millions of dollars in funding for Florida’s arts and culture nonprofits are at stake as state budget discussions continue. Advocates say the investments generate economic benefits and improve quality of life.
- Florida homeowners to see insurance surcharge end 2 years early, saving $650 million
Florida homeowners will soon see relief on their insurance bills after the Florida Insurance Guaranty Association announced last week it is ending a 1% emergency surcharge two years ahead of schedule.