This issue features the Hawaii State Data Book, the 2025 Q3 Statistical and Economic Report, and our interactive Tourism Forecast dashboard. Regular updates track labor markets, tax revenues, construction, visitor activity, Maui’s recovery, and monthly energy trends. New work includes the Population by Race dashboard, ACS 2024 Hawaii Highlights, a brief on minimum wage impacts, and the report on the Research Activities Tax Credit for 2024.
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September has been a month of connection, collaboration, and forward momentum for Hawaii’s economy. From food security to technology, planning, and tourism, the work of DBEDT and our partners continues to build resilience and opportunity for our communities.
The August newsletter highlights how DBEDT is advancing initiatives that support local entrepreneurs, strengthen our agricultural sector and grow Hawaii’s connections abroad. From the debut of the Hawaii Made Pavilion at the Made in Hawaii Festival to the launch of the Food and Production Innovation Network, DBEDT is helping businesses move from idea to export while creating new opportunities for local products to reach global markets.
This month’s stories highlight the many ways DBEDT and its partners are working to strengthen Hawaii’s economy and communities. From housing and entrepreneurship to innovation and regulatory support, each effort plays a part in shaping a more resilient future.
This issue features the latest research and statistical releases from the Research and Economic Analysis Division (READ), offering timely insights into Hawaii’s economy, labor market, population trends and building permitting impacts. READ remains committed to delivering relevant, data-driven resources to support informed decisions by policymakers, business leaders and the broader community.