Posts by ericg
Here’s how much Mass. biotechs hiked drug costs so far in 2024
The start of a new year is typically the prime period when drugmakers raise the list prices of their brand name medicines. Here’s a look at which Massachusetts companies have hiked drug costs so far in 2024, and by how much. Read More
Read MoreFormer Blue Cross executive Manny Lopes to become CEO of Fallon Health
Manny Lopes, current interim CEO of Fenway Health and former executive at Blue Cross, will soon run Fallon Health. Read More
Read MoreThe National Observer: Citigroup is slashing 20,000 jobs, but it’s hardly alone among bank giants
Banking heavyweights slashed thousands of jobs in 2023, and early indications are 2024 could bring more of the same. What’s fueling the trend? We cover that, a blocked airline merger and more in this week’s The National Observer. Read More
Read MoreFive things, Synergy’s downtown buy, MGH’s expansion quest, and mourning an iconic brand
Here are the five things you need to know in Boston business news to start your Monday, including Synergy’s downtown buy, MGH’s expansion quest, and the mourning of an iconic sports brand. Read More
Read MoreFive Mass. startups chosen as finalists at SXSW
The pitch competition offers a springboard for the startups selected at finalists. Read More
Read MoreSynergy buys downtown building that’s home to Bostonia pub, 94 apartments
Synergy has acquired a mixed-use building that includes owner David Greaney’s restaurant, Bostonia Public House, along with 94 apartments plus office space. Read More
Read MoreLombardo plans its future after Randolph site closes, and more retail news
Lombardo’s is closing its landmark venue in Randolph at the end of January, but has a plan for its next chapter. Here’s more on that and other local retail news. Read More
Read MoreCommentary: Support employees with addiction issues
"Addiction is marked mostly by fear and isolation, which grows exponentially in high pressure jobs and reputation-based roles. Eventually, left untreated, addiction will end tragically for everyone involved," writes Todd Whitridge of the Recovery Centers of America. Read More
Read MoreThe National Beat: The IPO window for startups, top golfer’s investment and a dating app for dog lovers
This week’s National Beat looks at the IPO window for startups, a top golfer’s role in a Series A round and OpenAI’s U.S. military change of heart. Read More
Read MoreMass. cannabis businesses push for refunds of community impact fees
Dispensary owner Caroline Frankel won $1.2M in a settlement with the town of Uxbridge on Thursday, saying the town didn’t document where it spent the money it took from the company. A cannabis business group wants to see such refunds statewide. Read More
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