Thepulse

About this series: Is the economy doing well or poorly? Data abounds on the national level to answer that question. Starting in May 2025, the NH Business Review has launched an effort to provide insight into the New Hampshire economy.

On a quarterly basis, “The Pulse” will report key economic indicators such as employment, inflation and economic growth for the New Hampshire economy.

Hayward MugAbout the author: The Pulse is written and reported by award winning journalist Mark Hayward, who has written about business, government, the justice system and social issues. Hayward has contributed to many Granite State media outlets, including: New Hampshire Magazine, NH Business Review, The Union Leader and The Keene Sentinel.

LATEST FROM THE PULSE

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New England economy grew at 'sluggish pace'

The New England region was one of only four in the United States to experience economic expansion during October and early November, according to the latest "Beige Book" report of the Federal Reserve. The report said the outlook for future economic growth was "cautiously optimistic" for the six-state region. But it expressed ongoing downside concerns about the labor market.

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The Pulse: Economy in flux

Inflation up, car registrations level, job numbers more a guess for the third quarter 2025

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Hundreds of H-1B workers employed in New Hampshire

The following data shows the extent that New Hampshire employers rely on the H-1B program to fill positions for highly skilled workers. Recently, President Trump instituted stiff, $100,000 fees for future H-1B workers. Media reports say some 700,000 people work…

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Think tank: Headwinds developing for NH economy

The unstoppable New Hampshire economy of the post-COVID years is running into economic headwinds of higher unemployment and inflation, a nonpartisan economic research firm said in late August. No definitive evidence points to a recession, the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute said in an economic issues brief.

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Checking 'The Pulse'

Data shows NH economy was stalling but still growing in 2025 before tariff impact

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