New Hampshire’s 2018 economic preview
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Workforce needs continue to dampen a strong business climate
Business owners gather to discuss merits of House bill
But attempt to repeal constitutionally mandated levy would create ‘a huge problem’
Lawmakers recommend sending to study bills to aid startups, workforce programs
40 percent vote against compensation package in ‘say on pay’ vote
145 individuals and businesses file for protection
But company says addition of new positions could soften the blow
What happens when a complaint is filed in NH?
Organization’s new report backs nuclear, coal and Northern Pass
Panelists agree, employer involvement is essential to attract young talent and retain older professionals
Insurance Department portal includes comparison of networks, deductibles, quality
New proposal would substitute grant program with loan guarantees
Year to date, revenue has fallen nearly $100 million
But fewer businesses file for protection
‘New Hampshire approach’ includes opt-out provision
Electricity sales down, gas sales up as quarterly revenue rises
Committee also supports lessening renewable energy standard
Proposed new projects would swell state’s total capacity
Committee also backs reduced registration for out-of-state truck fleets
Bill would let businesses choose not to pay System Benefits Charge
Associate AG: ‘The final rule has not come out yet, so it is not fully baked’
In an ever-escalating interstate subsidy war, the Granite State lacks the firepower
Conflicting legislative initiatives faulted by industry
Tax Foundation report gives state low marks for BPT, property and unemployment taxes
But business-related filings rise compared to August
Rising costs hamstring state’s health market
Skepticism greets investment firms urging passage of $60 million plan
New site is designed to help employers make decisions on health coverage
Four NH hospitals to be designated low-cost providers as insurers
Discussion focuses on how to make state more competitive with Mass.
Deal ‘puts us in a nice situation for expansion,’ says Portsmouth-based firm’s CEO
Why is NH’s foreign trade zone so underused?
New figures show 5.9 percent of population has no health insurance
Nearly half the state’s population affected by data breach
Premiums should follow suit after 13.3 percent decrease
18 percent annual increase recorded for month
Business Roundtable urges U.S. to expand, not scrap, agreement
Pending U.S. ruling seen as possible job killer
Number of startups has fallen by 50% since 1988
Dover, Conway say they’re ready to give it a try, but word mostly remains to get out
But two state bills propose significant changes
Membership organizations offer ‘empowerment and hope’
Newly raised cap gives firms a much bigger piece of the pie
Firm reports another net loss, but grows confident in changing revenue stream
Former governor, a franchise owner, returns as director after two years
Few details spelled out in sports equipment company’s filing
Attributes second quarter drop to retailers overstocking in anticipation of Clinton win
Business model can be found in a variety of industries
Second quarter earnings smash previous records
4 percent decrease deviates from double-digit drop since recession
New Hampshire’s attorney general says no improprieties by state officials preceded the sale of a large Nashua commercial building to China’s largest water bottler. But Attorney General John Formella’s report to Gov. Kelly Ayotte dated Oct. 3 says the provisions of federal law should have taken place prior to the sale of the 337,391-square-foot building at 80 Northwest Blvd. in Nashua by a subsidiary of Nongfu Spring.
Despite a shift in policy, New Hampshire officials expect 100% of the households and businesses in the state will have access to broadband internet by 2026.
The Trump administration’s Department of Justice is suing New Hampshire Secretary of State Dave Scanlan, arguing he is illegally withholding the state’s voter file from federal officials.
Brian Gottlob uses these words to describe the state’s current economic climate: “Uncertainty rules.” The director of the New Hampshire Employment Security's Economic and Labor Market Information Bureau raised several issues — from immigration and unemployment, to housing prices and consumer spending — as reasons for both hope and concern for the economy into 2026.
Gov. Kelly Ayotte led the visit, which included a selection of policymakers as well as businesspeople representing a wide array of enterprises.
Nashua Mayor seeks funds to buy the long-vacant Daniel Webster College site from Chinese-owned Xinhua amid rising debate over foreign property ownership.
While home prices might be moderating in other parts of the country, the median price of a single-family house in New Hampshire rose to $550,000 in August, the second highest price point this current year. That price is just $3,000 more than the $547,000 recorded in July, but it is $47,500 more than January’s $502,500. The highest median price in 2025 was $569,450, recorded in June and the most ever recorded in the state.
3 of 5 Executive Council members oppose Taylor Caswell’s reappointment
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has appointed Erin Creegan to serve as the interim U.S. Attorney for New Hampshire, following the resignation of Jay McCormack earlier this month.