AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTourism: Royal Caribbean’s summer 2028 Caribbean lineup includes St. Croix among its destinations, bringing the territory into a season of 11 ships and four Icon Class vessels. Investment: The IRS and Treasury have listed new Qualified Opportunity Zones across U.S. territories, including the Virgin Islands; the designations take effect Jan. 1, 2027, and last 10 years. Marine Services: Governor-elect Stacey Plaskett will inherit the dispute with the British Virgin Islands over fees for foreign-based charter operators using BVI waters, a continuing concern for the regional charter industry. Housing and Lending: Census projections show the U.S. Virgin Islands’ population is already declining and expected to keep shrinking through 2100, a long-term challenge for housing demand and lenders. Consumer Claims: The Nov. 9 deadline has passed for Virgin Islanders seeking compensation from two generic-drug settlements totaling $475 million.
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