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Businesses Against the Wall Due to Uncertainty with Basic Services, Says Jorge Colón Gerena

Published Aug 8, 2026, 11:10 PM ASTvia El Nuevo Día

Why this matters: The uncertainty with basic services like electricity and water affects the operation of businesses, including restaurants, which are crucial to Puerto Rico’s economy and employment.

Jorge Colón Gerena, an entrepreneur who operates over a hundred restaurants of successful franchises in Puerto Rico, stated that businesses on the island face challenges due to constant uncertainty with basic services such as electricity and water. As an operator of numerous restaurants, Colón Gerena is not immune to these challenges.

He highlighted the difficulties of running businesses in Puerto Rico amidst this uncertainty.

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SourceEl Nuevo Día

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