AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCorporate Results: Winnebago reported fiscal 2026 revenue of $2.70 billion, down from $2.80 billion a year earlier. Fourth-quarter net income was $9.7 million, while its net leverage improved to 2.2 times. Commercial Property: Des Moines office leasing picked up in the third quarter, with 220,000 square feet committed and demand strongest for Class A space. In Ankeny, Hubbell plans a $46.8 million, 200-unit rental townhome development. Farm Economy: Corn, soybean and wheat futures hit fresh lows as harvest advances. High diesel costs are squeezing Iowa farmers; the White House announced an $8 billion relief package, though farm advocates say more help may be needed. Energy and Infrastructure: Linn County supervisors unanimously rejected Alliant Energy’s rezoning request for a proposed gas plant, but the Iowa Utilities Commission could still approve it. Iowa also received nearly $9 million in federal funding for power-grid upgrades. Public Finances: Iowa City schools disclosed about $45 million in overspending from a capital-projects fund over four years, as the district weighs school changes and budget cuts. Small Business: Inwood’s Rustic Oak Brands pairs a Western boutique with an espresso bar, bringing a family-run venture to the town’s Main Street.
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