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Landmark Phoenix Tower Secures $44.5M for Multi-Tenant Transformation

Foundation 8, LLC and the Hilco Global Real Estate Capital practice announced the closing of a $44.5 million loan secured by the office component of 333 N Central Avenue, a landmark mixed-use tower in Downtown Phoenix. The financed property comprises 246,490 square feet of Class AA office space across the top eight floors of the tower, 2,522 square feet of … [More]

45K-SF Industrial Campus Breaks Ground near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Commercial Properties, Inc. / CORFAC International and The Leroy Breinholt Team announced construction is underway at Signal Butte & Germann, a new Class A light industrial development by Dale Cavan and Cavan Commercial announce the firm's appointment as the exclusive brokerage for the project. Located at 7423 E. Signal Butte Road in Mesa, Arizona, the … [More]

Delta Dental Broadens Arizona Business Offerings beyond Dental and Vision

Delta Dental of Arizona announced the introduction of DeltaWellness by Delta Dental, a new brand that brings together the organization's growing suite of health and wellness offerings under one unified umbrella. Also introduced today is DeltaLife, a new portfolio of life, disability and supplemental health insurance products. The launch reflects Delta Dental of … [More]

$300B Banking Giant Completes Arizona Integration following Comerica Merger

Fifth Third Bancorp announced it has completed the technical conversion of approximately 600,000 customers’ accounts and 293 banking centers across Arizona, California, Florida, Michigan and Texas from the Comerica franchise. Executed over Labor Day weekend, the conversion brings Comerica consumer and commercial customers onto Fifth Third’s platforms. Today’s … [More]

Scottsdale Commercial Real Estate Firm Acquired in $1.6B Deal

Cerberus Capital Management, L.P., a global alternative investment firm with established corporate credit and real estate platforms, announced that certain funds and accounts have sold Tenet Equity to CBRE Investment Management, which is making its investment on behalf of several of its investment strategies, for $1.6 billion. Cerberus founded Tenet in 2021 … [More]

TSMC and ASML Partner to Shape the Future of Advanced Chipmaking

ASML Holding N.V. and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company announced a collaborative initiative to lead the semiconductor industry’s transition to a larger-format Extreme Ultraviolet lithography photomask. While High NA EUV will be adopted for production using the current, 6-inch masks, the transition to larger, 12-inch masks is expected to further increase … [More]

Phoenix Legal Heavyweights to Unite, Creating 800-Person Firm

Fennemore, one of the nation’s fastest-growing Am Law 200 firms, and Gallagher & Kennedy, an Arizona-based business law firm with decades of experience serving businesses, organizations and individuals throughout Arizona and New Mexico, will merge effective Dec. 1, 2026. The combination will bring together two firms with deep roots in Phoenix and longstanding … [More]

Amkor Expands Arizona Investment to $12B, Nearly Tripling Cleanroom Capacity

Amkor Technology, Inc., a leading provider of outsourced semiconductor packaging and test services, announced phase 2 of its Arizona Advanced packaging and test campus. Driven by strong customer commitments that have surpassed the 33,000 square meters of cleanroom capacity planned for phase 1, the phase 2 expansion is expected to add 60,000 square meters and bring the … [More]

CAP Readies $12M Legal War Chest as Colorado River Conflict Escalates

The Board of the Central Arizona Water Conservation District voted to authorize the district to act swiftly to protect its water users as the legal circumstances surrounding future Colorado River operations continue to develop. The authorization is a procedural step required under Arizona law and allows CAWCD, which operates the Central Arizona Project, to protect … [More]

Shasta Pools Acquisition Turns 60-Year Arizona Brand toward National Growth

Dansons Capital Group, in partnership with Accrual Equity Partners and Hydro Construction, completed the acquisition of Shasta Pools, Phoenix Metro’s most recognized pool builder, and announced an immediate expansion into the broader home services market with plans to grow the brand into a national powerhouse. Founded in 1966 by brothers Bob and Skip Ast, the … [More]

Small Business Confidence Cools despite Above-Average Optimism

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index dipped in August to 98.7, just 1.1 points below July’s highest level since August 2025, but remaining above the 52-year average of 98.0. The Uncertainty Index fell 2 points to 89, remaining above the historical average of 68. “Uncertainty remains elevated among small business owners as they face a mixed set of challenges with … [More]

Arizona’s Growth Engine is Cooling but Still Outpacing the Nation

Arizona’s economy remains resilient as it navigates evolving conditions, but it is increasingly characterized by mixed labor market conditions and slower growth. The labor market improved from dismal job growth in late-2025, but job gains were concentrated in a few sectors as employers stayed cautious about hiring. Elevated gasoline prices due to conflict in the … [More]

Phoenix Retail Demand Leads U.S. with 90% of New Space Committed

The Phoenix retail market recorded approximately 1.1 million square feet of net absorption during the first half of 2026, the highest total among major U.S. markets, according to Marcus & Millichap’s third-quarter Phoenix Metro Retail Market Report. The strong absorption reflects continued demand from major retailers, which are leasing newly delivered space and … [More]

Data Centers in the Desert: W(h)ater You Worried About?

As data center development expands across the Phoenix region, questions about water use have moved quickly from engineering discussions to the center of public conversation. For an industry built on reliability and efficiency, the challenge is clear: How can digital infrastructure scale responsibly in one of the most water-conscious regions in the United States? Few … [More]

Artificial Intelligence Is Powerful – But It Cannot Replace a Lawyer’s Judgment

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the practice of law. From drafting contracts to analyzing discovery, AI tools can complete in minutes what once took hours. For businesses under pressure to move quickly and control costs, the appeal is obvious. But as powerful as these tools are, they cannot replace one essential component of legal representation: … [More]

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Passport to Latin American Cuisine at The Mission Gilbert

Nestled in Epicenter at Agritopia, Chef Matt Carter’s acclaimed Latin-inspired restaurant transforms the midday meal into an experience rooted in bold flavor, warm hospitality and connection. What many don’t realize is that The Mission’s celebrated dinner energy carries seamlessly into lunch service, where guests can enjoy the restaurant’s signature sophistication … [More]

Heat-Blocking Technology for Arizona Vehicles and Buildings

As Arizona heads into another summer of triple-digit temperatures, protecting vehicles and homes and workplaces from extreme heat has become less about luxury and more about practicality. That’s according to Rogue Films, a Scottsdale-based company specializing in automotive protection and residential and commercial window tinting. Founder Matthew Stecker says many … [More]

2026 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo

The Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo takes the Taycan formula and makes it more usable without stripping out what gives the car its appeal in the first place. It still has the immediate response and planted feel expected from a Porsche product, but the Cross Turismo body changes the assignment. More rear cargo room, added ride height, and standard all-wheel drive make … [More]