NRG CEO Larry Coben optimistic for now amid potential tariffs, recession

Houston Biz Journal 5/5 3:00A Naomi Klinge

CEO Lawrence “Larry” Coben told the HBJ in an exclusive interview that NRG's diversified business could protect the company, but a recession would still be a bad outcome.

Election May 2025 results: Voters OK big bonds for Spring Branch ISD, Tomball ISD and more

Houston Biz Journal 5/5 2:58A Olivia Pulsinelli

Voters across the Houston area passed several propositions on the May 3 ballot to allow hundreds of millions of dollars to be spent on projects for schools and infrastructure.

Howard Hughes Holdings to transform under $900 million deal with Pershing Square

Houston Biz Journal 5/5 2:26A Olivia Pulsinelli

After months of discussions, The Woodlands-based Howard Hughes Holdings has reached a deal with its former chairman’s firm.

Small businesses better-positioned to grow in Houston than elsewhere, JPMorgan Chase survey shows

Houston Biz Journal 5/5 1:00A Chandler France

More Houston small businesses are working to increase sales, expand and hire than the national average.

Why some of Houston's luxury real estate professionals are not worried about tariffs, uncertainty

Houston Biz Journal 5/4 11:00P Florian Martin

A local luxury homebuilder and a luxury residential real estate broker say they are prepared for the fallout from Trump's tariffs.

Houston still No. 1 moving destination nationwide, according to new ranking

Houston Biz Journal 5/3 1:00A Sean Hemmersmeier

Texas is well represented on Penske's top10 list. In addition to Houston, Austin, Dallas and San Antonio all are on it.

An aerial look at Elon Musk's mini city outside Austin

Houston Biz Journal 5/2 9:46A Colin Pope

The Austin Business Journal flew a drone over what some call "Elon Land." Have a look at the video in this article.

Mercury Fund seeing interest from coastal VCs on specialized AI investments, 'real-world change'

Houston Biz Journal 5/2 8:50A Jishnu Nair

A shift in strategy at Houston-based Mercury could signal a broader trend in how venture capitalists are approaching AI investments in 2025.

Chevron expresses interest in buying CPChem amid Phillips 66 proxy battle

Houston Biz Journal 5/2 8:42A Naomi Klinge

Activist investor Elliott Investment Management LP believes Phillips 66 should sell its 50% stake in the joint venture.

Widespread Houston-area Xfinity outage attributed to vandalism (update)

Houston Biz Journal 5/2 7:44A Jaime E. Galvan

The outage extended beyond residential service and had ripple effects on critical infrastructure. Port Houston reported that the loss of internet connectivity disrupted operations at its Bayport and Barbours Cut container terminals.

Get your nomination in soon for 2025 Best Places to Work

Houston Biz Journal 5/2 7:34A Wyatt Loy

Nominations for one of the Houston Business Journal's marquee events are closing soon. Houston's Best Places to Work Awards recognize the top-tier employers across the region. If you have not started your nomination, you have until Friday, May 16,...

Houston banks optimistic about growth, but proceeding with caution amid economic uncertainty

Houston Biz Journal 5/2 6:54A Chandler France

Local banks' Q1 loan growth was robust year over year but flatter quarter over quarter as businesses pause capital expenditures. Here's what leaders are saying about the economic outlook.

Abandoned furniture space finds new life as 24-hour pickleball venue

Houston Biz Journal 5/2 2:57A Jeff Jeffrey

While other companies are focusing on providing upscale food or creating a country club environment, this new pickleball club will set itself apart by offering 24-hour access, two shower cabins, towel service and the largest number of...

Top 10 Houston ZIP codes for Q1 2025: Here's where housing market is still hot

Houston Biz Journal 5/2 2:39A Joanne Drilling

The housing market is tilting in favor of buyers, but there are still some markets where sellers have advantage. Here are the hottest Houston-area ZIP codes.

Katy rice dryer redevelopment's 2nd phase to open soon as challenges remain (PHOTOS)

Houston Biz Journal 5/2 2:21A Florian Martin

About a year after the successful opening of Katy Beer Garden on the property of Katy's historic J.V. Cardiff & Sons Rice Dryer, the next phase is slated to open this summer. But some future plans are still up in the air.