AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCampaign & cost of living: Former Gov. Roy Cooper returned to Charlotte to revive his “Make Stuff Cost Less” push, arguing tariffs and other federal moves have driven up prices and calling for action on groceries, healthcare, housing, childcare and utilities. Local business expansion: Durham’s historic “Pit” building is set to become Dampf Good BBQ’s first brick-and-mortar spot, with a market-style setup selling smoked meats by the pound. Energy & prices: GasBuddy data shows mixed but still-elevated fuel costs across North Carolina, including a low of $4.39 for midgrade in Graham County and diesel pricing hovering near the $5.9 range statewide. Utilities & markets: Jim Cramer weighed in on the Dominion-to-NextEra conversion, while Reuters reports U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will meet China’s vice premier in New York to discuss AI security and trade. Housing snapshot: Zillow reports typical home values shifting county to county, including Gaston down 1% to $296,708 and Ashe up 2.8% to $360,936 in August 2026.
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