Source: NJBIZ
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Choose New Jersey leads 14 international economic missions under Gov. Murphy
Generated 81 agreements with foreign governments, universities & businesses
Attracted $13.6 billion in foreign direct investment, created over 27,000 jobs
NJ BASE launch works to help international firms enter US market, support long-term job growth
As Gov. Phil Murphy’s second and final term [...]

Tue, Dec 23, 2025 1:01:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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Mandelbaum Barrett adds all 24 employees from Greenwich-based Ivey, Barnum & O’Mara
Expansion establishes firm’s first Connecticut presence
Strengthens capabilities in real estate, trusts and estates, litigation, franchise law
Mandelbaum Barrett PC continues to expand its team and footprint, following the addition of attorneys and staff from Ivey, Barnum & O’Mara LLC.
The [...]

Mon, Dec 22, 2025 9:59:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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Turnpike Authority scraps plans for new travel lanes east of Interchange 14A
Revised plan adds direct ramps connecting Turnpike to port facilities
Changes expected to save about $500 million while improving safety
Project funded entirely by toll revenues—with no taxpayer dollars used
Gov. Phil Murphy and New Jersey Turnpike Authority Board Chair Fran [...]

Mon, Dec 22, 2025 8:25:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority board approved 10 companies to purchase $85 million in tax credits to support the New Jersey Innovation Evergreen Fund Dec. 19.
It marks the fund’s second tax credit auction since its 2022 launch.
The NJIEF helps increase access to venture capital for early-stage New Jersey companies, with [...]

Mon, Dec 22, 2025 8:20:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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Gov.-elect Sherrill will inherit a $58.8 billion FY2026 budget with a structural deficit
Federal Medicaid and SNAP cuts could further strain New Jersey finances
Sherrill says she does not anticipate new taxes in her first budget
Lawmakers, business groups and experts warn tough fiscal choices loom
As Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill prepares to take [...]

Mon, Dec 22, 2025 7:23:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
Aiming to support plans for long-term growth and accountability across its global offerings, Prudential Financial is shaking up its senior leadership structure.
According to a Dec. 18 announcement from the Newark-based company, the business changes realign the executive structure to streamline operations in its largest markets and sharpen its focus on [...]

Mon, Dec 22, 2025 5:47:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: Jersey City – Jersey Digs
The 201-unit multi-phase development The Hazel has obtained refinancing just about a year after completing its buildout. Image courtesy JLL.
One of the redevelopments that has proliferated near Liberty State Park in recent years has nabbed a refinancing deal following the buildout of its two phases.
JLL Capital Markets announced that it has [...]

Mon, Dec 22, 2025 3:27:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
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Merck, Bristol Myers Squibb, Novartis, Sanofi join White House drug pricing agreements
Deals follow Trump’s most-favored-nation policy to lower US prescription drug costs
Companies agree to Medicaid pricing cuts, consumer discounts via TrumpRx
Drugmakers will also invest billions in domestic manufacturing, R&D and supply chain security
Several pharmaceutical giants boasting a New Jersey [...]

Mon, Dec 22, 2025 12:58:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
RWJBarnabas Health and reigning National Women’s Soccer League champions Gotham FC have extended their health care partnership. The move continues RWJBarnabas Health‘s role as the club’s official health care provider.
Additionally, it deepens a relationship focused on elite athlete care and community impact across New Jersey.
Under the renewed agreement, RWJBarnabas Health [...]

Mon, Dec 22, 2025 12:47:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
New Jersey Business Action Center’s no cost, online training program for aspiring cannapreneurs is now available in Spanish.
NJBAC announced the update in a Dec. 18 press release. According to the New Jersey Department of State-run unit, it finalized and completed the Spanish translation of all courses, quizzes and surveys within [...]

Mon, Dec 22, 2025 12:40:00 PM, Continue reading at the source