Gathering of Nations’ ‘Last Dance’ could signal big loss for local businesses The event is estimated to generate up to $30 million in economic activity per year
TECHNOLOGY Albuquerque hydrogen company Pajarito Powder names new CEO Christian Mohrdieck is a former Mercedes-Benz executive
SMALL BUSINESS Organic grocer Cid’s to open second store in Taos General Manager Lee Backer expects the 20,000-square-foot location on the south side to open next year
REAL ESTATE Nusenda Credit Union to replace Uptown branch with new, tech-savvy location The new branch is set to open in 2027
NEWS State reaches $2.25M settlement with EpiPen maker Mylan NMDOJ alleged the pharmaceutical company had violated a series of antitrust statutes
TECHNOLOGY Albuquerque’s X-Bow lands $12.2M drone contract, latest win in growing string of deals The company will supply thousands of motors and launch cradles to AEVEX
BUSINESS Ernie C’deBaca, Albuquerque Hispano Chamber CEO, says he will retire In letter to business community, C’deBaca said the decision ‘was not an easy one’
SMALL BUSINESS Albuquerque’s Urban Hotdog Co. relishes top spot in national competition Small business took the top spot in The64’s contest for ‘Best Hotdog in America’
ECONOMY In rural New Mexico, Airbnb hosts are building a new kind of tourism economy New data from the rental company shows that 86% of travelers are interested in visiting remote or rural destinations
SMALL BUSINESS BikeWyrks fuses art and cycling in Truth or Consequences E-bikes and mountain bikes are becoming increasingly popular
NATIONAL LABS Feds’ draft environmental review calls for expanded plutonium pit production at Los Alamos NNSA is asking for the creation of at least 80 nuclear weapon triggers a year at the lab
ENERGY Fuse to open Albuquerque facility, adding to state’s nuclear fusion push Company’s expansion is ‘another indication that our state is at the forefront of cutting-edge technology,’ governor says
ENERGY TXNM, Blackstone push back on AG’s suggestion to void $400 million stock deal Raúl Torrez in Monday filing said it did not receive PRC approval
WINDOW SHOPPING $4.7 million adobe home with a ‘timeless feel’ hits the Santa Fe market The 8,356-square-foot property comes with a guest casita, nine fireplaces and outdoor water spa
BUSINESS After 85 Years, Bolton Animal Hospital to shut its doors in Albuquerque The closure comes down to ‘financial reasons,’ National Veterinary Association official says
TECHNOLOGY Holmans USA names new CEO after death of John Santoru IT services company also announced leadership shakeup, new board of directors to help it ‘through this transition’
RETAIL Target officially set to anchor Lobo Crossing project in Southeast Albuquerque More tenants revealed for the $150 million project as land sale crosses finish line
Meow Wolf names former Epic Games executive as CEO Matthew Henick had also served as the CEO of AI company Deep Voodoo
ENERGY Pacific Fusion names head of New Mexico operations Josh Tech is a former executive at Tesla, REE Automotive
ENERGY New Mexico delegation pushes back on Chaco Canyon mineral leasing review Critics say rushed federal comment period sidelines Tribal voices on sacred site
ENERGY Trump budget hikes nuclear warhead spending, cuts nuclear cleanup The proposed increases are part of a push to modernize and expand nuclear weapons stockpiles
REAL ESTATE Route 66-fueled revitalization plan in the works for Nob Hill landmark Owner of Nob Hill Center to revamp tenant lineup, bring architectural upgrades over the next two years
ECONOMY As gas prices climb, New Mexicans adjust to a costlier commute Prices have gone up $1 in the state since the Iran war began more than a month ago
SMALL BUSINESS Candle Cafe in Albuquerque serves up scents that look good enough to eat The business features hand-poured candles that look like realistic, ready-to-devour beverages and snacks
REAL ESTATE Historic Downtown property back up for sale as owners eye retirement Lindy’s Diner, the building’s anchor tenant, will remain open until the property is sold
BUSINESS Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance appoints permanent president and CEO Chad Matheson had been serving in the interim since August and has been with the organization since 2022
NEWS NMDOJ sues e-cigarette retailers amid teen vaping concerns Attorney general alleges convenience stores and distributors helped funnel flavored e-cigarettes to underage users across the state
SMALL BUSINESS ‘We love what we’re doing’: Albuquerque brewery, chef earn spot among this year’s James Beard finalists The New Mexico finalists will compete against eight others in their categories to win the top award in June
BUSINESS Dreaming of space? That’ll be $750K with Virgin Galactic The anchor tenant for New Mexico’s Spaceport America reported net losses for 2025 but said new rockets provide a path to revenue
REAL ESTATE Capra Bank to break ground on Journal Center location The 12,000-square-foot bank is expected to be up and running by 2028
REAL ESTATE NAIOP poll: Private money driving Albuquerque commercial real estate Some say the poll findings represent an opportunity to further tap into public-private partnership
