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.
So far this year, the unemployment rate is ticking up, reaching 3% in February and 3.1% in March through July, and dipping slightly back to 3% in August
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.
SilverTech CEO Nick Soggu discusses the promise and risks of AI as his Bedford-based agency acquires Paragon, expanding digital experience services and advancing AI-driven innovation.
Trump pulls funding for Solar for All program, which aims to expand access for low-income users
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
Torrington Properties has told Newington officials it plans to raze all of the Mall at Fox Run in a $500 million redevelopment effort.
Nashua mayor: ‘I don't think people generally understand that this company came to Nashua as part of a state economic development initiative.’
Solar advocates in New Hampshire — backed by the congressional delegation — are denouncing a Trump White House decision to claw back $48.5 million already promised to the state to fund solar energy projects for low-income residents.
Enhancing the use of AI is one of the benefits cited in SilverTech’s recent purchase of Ohio-based Paragon, which brings to the table a broad client list that deepens the digital experience agency's portfolio.
New England states fared average or below, with Massachusetts and Connecticut receiving failing grades
As Taylor Caswell’s reappointment as commissioner of the N.H. Department of Business and Economic Affairs (BEA) hangs in the balance, two independent statewide economic-related associations are standing with him and saying he should keep his job. The presidents of the New Hampshire Business & Industry Association (BIA) and Ski New Hampshire offered statements backing Caswell’s reappointment by the Executive Council.
The entreaty comes as part of a lengthy statement Sig Sauer released July 29 as it continues to push back against allegations that the P320 is unsafe.
The iconic Cannon Mountain tram will cease operations after the upcoming fall season to make way for its replacement
NH’s housing market hits record prices mid-2025 as demand surges, affordability drops, and policy changes aim to ease pressure on buyers and inventory.
Housing stakeholders' criticism is directed largely at a new state budget that defunds or doesn't fund certain programs
NH developer Robynne Alexander, who has admitted to fraud charges, has a long trail of projects she abandoned or was forced to drop
As New Hampshire’s residential real estate market continues to trundle along — with an all-time high median price of $565,000 recorded in June for a single-family house — one spot of relief could be lower interest rates. That’s what President Donald Trump and officials in his administration are advocating. But Susan Cole, president of the New Hampshire Association of Realtors, cautions: Lower rates from the Fed isn’t a guarantee of lower mortgage rates.
Homeowners choose to stay in their homes
A Chinese water bottler is in the process of its build-out of the 337,391-square-foot building it purchased in Nashua, its project team trading emails with local and state health officials about what is needed for permitting.
Nearly a third of New Hampshire residents are at least 60 years old. Almost 20 percent are older than 65. And most live in single-family residences they aren’t keen to give up anytime soon, one of a variety of contributing factors as to why there’s a shortage of available homes for sale in the state.
Household incomes haven’t grown at the same rate as home prices here in New Hampshire. As a result of this growing disconnect, the price-to-income ratio in each of the state’s 10 counties is one and a half to two times what it should be.
Visits are down, state officials hopeful for successful summer
New and improved lifts, expanded terrain, more extensive snowmaking, and a major expansion are among the off-season projects by New Hampshire ski areas as they transition from a 2024-25 season that’s being described as “more like a true winter.”
Against low inventory and affordability issues, will actual sales in the next two years generate the forecasted tax revenue?
When it comes to summer tourists coming to New Hampshire from Canada, is there a chill in the air because of White House jabs about tariffs and making our northern neighbor the 51st state? State officials don’t think so. They think the state’s critical summer season can weather the political tension created by President Donald Trump.
A large commercial building in Nashua’s Westwood Park has been purchased for $67 million by what appears to be a subsidiary of Nongfu Spring, a giant Chinese bottled water and beverage company that plans to expand into the United States.
A national report that assesses home affordability by income levels shows New Hampshire housing is unaffordable for large segments of its residents.
Margolin, a lawyer with a law degree from American University, will also teach a masters level course at Saint Anselm on housing policy and practice
NHAR experts sat down with U.S. Rep. Maggie Goodlander to discuss federal legislation that might ease a lingering housing crisis fueled by scarce supply and high prices
On again, off again chaos has builders and suppliers on edge
A limited supply of housing stock in NH versus strong demand led to rising prices that have affected affordability, particularly among the working-class/middle-income sector
NHFPI assesses House Finance Committee budget against governor’s proposal
President Donald Trump's tariffs gambit challenges a global economy with its roots in New Hampshire. The Bretton Woods Agreement of 1944, involving 44 nations post World War II, was designed to create economic stability after World War II and promote international trade.
New Hampshire's Business Profits Tax and the Business Enterprise Tax can represent up to 40% of the state’s revenue. A new report argues that the notion of reducing these taxes to help kick start business activity hurts the state in the long run.
New Hampshire's Business Profits Tax and the Business Enterprise Tax can represent up to 40% of the state’s revenue. A new report argues that the notion of reducing these taxes to help kick start business activity hurts the state in the long run.
VentriFlo offers the world’s first pump to deliver a life-like pulse for use during cardiac-related surgery
NH Business Review webinar featuring panel of housing advocates discuss relationship between housing, zoning and legislation
Enhanced tax credits set to expire at the end of 2025
Enhanced tax credits that help thousands of Granite Staters better afford federally backed health coverage are set to expire at the end of 2025
The state Department of Revenue Administration cautions that, despite the repeal, some taxpayers might still have obligations under the law
Real estate professionals ponder the outcome of progress New Hampshire has made toward resolving its housing crisis
A lack of widespread charging infrastructure makes EV motorists nervous about how far they can get in the state before they need a charge
Since Medicaid is a state-federal partnership, what happens to New Hampshire Medicaid recipients depends on what happens in Washington in the coming months
On the commercial real estate side of the ledger, the watchword is 'stable' for both office space and for industrial/warehouse, according to two new reports
To help ease tariff anxiety, the senior U.S. senator from the Granite State proposes what’s being called the Helping Small Business THRIVE Act
A Nashua Community College program to train students on the detailed work of microelectronics is a “critical” feeder to employment at BAE Systems
PlaneSense, headquartered at the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease, announced that its clients can use their flight hours with Jetfly beginning April 1
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.
Cyber scams cost U.S. businesses $16.6B in 2023. Learn key steps to protect your company from phishing, data breaches, and AI-driven threats.
NH developer Robynne Alexander, who has admitted to fraud charges, has a long trail of projects she abandoned or was forced to drop
As New Hampshire’s residential real estate market continues to trundle along — with an all-time high median price of $565,000 recorded in June for a single-family house — one spot of relief could be lower interest rates. That’s what President Donald Trump and officials in his administration are advocating. But Susan Cole, president of the New Hampshire Association of Realtors, cautions: Lower rates from the Fed isn’t a guarantee of lower mortgage rates.
Nearly a third of New Hampshire residents are at least 60 years old. Almost 20 percent are older than 65. And most live in single-family residences they aren’t keen to give up anytime soon, one of a variety of contributing factors as to why there’s a shortage of available homes for sale in the state.
Household incomes haven’t grown at the same rate as home prices here in New Hampshire. As a result of this growing disconnect, the price-to-income ratio in each of the state’s 10 counties is one and a half to two times what it should be.
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As you age, the need to think about the costs that come along with living the life you envision for yourself becomes even more important
Expansions of gambling in the next state budget would continue a longstanding trend of gaming expansions in New Hampshire
