The viral Trump Burger mini‑chain across Southeast Texas has quietly shut or changed names as ownership fights, a cease‑and‑desist and ICE detentions converge.

Sysco agreed to buy Jetro Restaurant Depot in a roughly $29.1B cash-and-stock deal that would expand its reach into the cash-and-carry channel while facing regulatory review.

A federal judge ordered Houston’s Perry’s Steakhouse to pay more than $21M after finding an unlawful tip‑pooling scheme that diverted servers’ tips. The chain says it will appeal.

Houston registered 60,483 new business entities in 2025, outpacing Austin and Dallas. The surge highlights affordability, an energy‑tech pipeline and university spinouts.

Vicki Hollub is reportedly preparing to step down as Occidental CEO, with COO Richard Jackson seen as the likely successor after a planned transition. The move follows a string of major deals that reshaped the company.

Williams Sonoma will open a roughly 5,000‑sq‑ft shop at Hughes Landing Retail Row this fall, the developer announced.

A Dallas Fed survey shows Texas oil and gas activity turned positive in Q1 2026, but higher costs and a spike in uncertainty are keeping firms cautious. Small producers plan more drilling while large firms hold steady.

Verde Clean Fuels has named a new CEO and is exploring a possible sale as it pivots from building plants to licensing and slashes operating costs.

Katy-based Academy plans to add 20–25 stores in fiscal 2026 after opening 24 locations last year. The chain has already named early sites.

A drone strike in the UAE forced a major gas field that Occidental co‑owns offline, adding to Gulf energy disruptions and raising risks for Houston oil firms.

After completing its Cadence deal, Huntington says it will grow its Houston commercial‑banking ranks, promising a material headcount increase and deeper local coverage.

Houston-based SPB Hospitality sold Logan's Roadhouse to Dallas operator SSCP Management, owner of CiCi's and Corner Bakery. Terms were not disclosed and SSCP's acquisition history hints at possible store refreshes.

Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott opened a Nashville flagship Thursday, pairing western‑inspired retail with Beau's Bar, the brand's first cocktail lounge. The 12 South shop adds experiential touches like a hat atelier and Color Bar.