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.
About 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.
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…
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.
SNHU professor says data shows no cause for concern right now
Research project launched by MIT economists shows Granite State is poised for growth
‘Cautious optimism’ remains despite tariff uncertainty
Data shows NH economy was stalling but still growing in 2025 before tariff impact
Is the economy doing well or poorly? Data abounds on the national level to answer that question. This month, the NH Business Review launches an effort to provide insight into the New Hampshire economy.
