David Rizzo covers Fairfield County's money with an insider's eye and an outsider's skepticism. He grew up in Waterbury in a working-class Italian family—his father was a machinist—then attended Georgetown and got his MBA at NYU Stern. He spent eight years as a hedge fund analyst before burning out and pivoting to journalism. He believes economic journalism should explain how the wealthy actually operate. He lives in Greenwich. Previously, David was a Research Analyst at Bloomberg News. David holds a B.A. in Economics from University of Connecticut.
Survey data from 180 agencies suggests a very different AI reality than the headlines predict. The picture on the ground is one of cautious experimentation, incremental gains, and evolving practices.
Connecticut advocates say they have the votes to pass a child tax credit bill, but still face uncertainty over whether Gov. Ned Lamont will sign it.
A proposal to establish Connecticut's first state child tax credit moved forward Thursday as advocates say they have gathered enough legislative support to potentially send the measure to Gov. Ned Lamont's desk.
A 32-year-old Waterbury man died Thursday morning after his tractor-trailer lost control and collided with another truck on a Massachusetts highway, according to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office.
Downtown Hartford businesses are bracing for one of their busiest days of the year as the city's annual St. Patrick's Day parade approaches this Saturday, with several establishments extending hours and bringing in additional staff to handle the expected crowds.
Pop Mart, the toy retailer behind this summer's viral Labubu collectibles craze, will open a new location at Westfarms mall in West Hartford, according to the mall's website.
Greenland Mines Corp. acquisition by NASDAQ-listed Klotho closes March 4, bringing a $68 billion palladium asset into focus for Connecticut's defense industrial corridor.
An Avon investment adviser who previously founded a financial planning firm focused on autism services faces federal fraud charges in connection with an alleged scheme that cost three financial services companies more than $3.3 million, according to federal prosecutors.
Shoah Memorial Fairfield Connecticut has rescheduled its community presentation about a planned Holocaust memorial project for April 12 at The Westport Library, according to the nonprofit organization.
Governor Ned Lamont announced a legislative proposal Tuesday that would provide two new financial incentives for state and local police officers and firefighters, aimed at boosting recruitment and retention in Connecticut's public safety departments.
Connecticut's homeless population has grown steadily over the past four years while critical federal funding remains at risk, according to a new analysis that highlights the mounting challenges facing the state's most vulnerable residents.
Stanley Black & Decker will close its final manufacturing facility in New Britain, ending more than 180 years of production in the city known as "Hardware City," the company announced Thursday.
Nvidia drove U.S. stock markets higher Wednesday as investors awaited the chip giant's earnings report, which analysts expect to show massive profits from the artificial intelligence boom.
Mailing and shipping technology giant Pitney Bowes has relocated its corporate headquarters from Stamford to Shelton, ending more than a century of operations in Connecticut's second-largest city, according to the company's latest annual report and regulatory filings.
Banco Santander's planned $12.3 billion acquisition of Webster Financial Corp. will significantly reshape Connecticut's banking landscape while raising questions about potential job losses and branch...
The Norwalk-based financial data giant traded as low as $201.50 Tuesday, even after beating earnings expectations with $4.51 per share last month.
Connecticut banking regulators cited a state credit union for governance and compliance failures, highlighting ongoing oversight challenges in the sector.
Gov. Lamont's budget keeps transit funding flat, disappointing advocates seeking expanded Metro-North and bus service along Connecticut's Gold Coast corridor.
Jordan's Furniture will refund all purchases if both UConn basketball teams reach the Final Four, potentially costing the retailer $2 million in its latest promotional bet.
Banco Santander's $12.3B Webster Financial acquisition would expand the Spanish bank's Connecticut presence after years of branch closures in the state.
Stamford-based Webster Financial agrees to $12.3B acquisition by Spain's Banco Santander, creating sixth-largest U.S. regional bank with major Connecticut presence.
Silver Golub & Teitell releases SGT Docket Rocket app for real-time alerts on Connecticut court filings, improving on state's delayed notification system.
The Samsung subsidiary headquartered on Atlantic Street will acquire ZF Group's advanced driver assistance systems business, adding 3,750 employees and expanding its automotive technology footprint.