AGP Executive Report
Last update: 18 minutes agoTech & Investment: Meta has struck a deal intended to help Mark Zuckerberg cover a proposed California billionaire tax, keeping the company’s CEO in the state as voters weigh the measure. Tesla has also begun production of Optimus robots at its Fremont factory. Energy: PG&E’s CEO says wildfire-liability rules are stalling projects and the company may spin off its gas unit. Meanwhile, battery maker Peak Energy raised $108 million to scale sodium-ion storage, and Tesla says strong data-center demand has nearly sold out its 2027 Megapack capacity. Food & Fishing: Los Angeles-based Chubby Group plans to expand its sourcing network after raising $50 million and agreeing to acquire GEN Korean BBQ’s 47 U.S. restaurants. In Bodega Bay, Sonoma County plans a $2.8 million replacement for the aging Spud Point Marina ice facility, a key supply link for local fishing businesses. Entertainment Economy: Los Angeles film and TV production continues to slide despite state tax incentives, adding pressure on the region’s production workforce and businesses.
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