Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism

After recording three consecutive months of decreases in both visitor arrivals and visitor spending, November 2023 data showed a modest growth in visitor arrivals, but total visitor spending continued to decline compared to a year ago.

DBEDT today announced that the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for November was 2.9 percent, the same as in October.

Hawaii Housing Finance & Development Corp. — A new flyer spotlights the urgent need for more property owners to offer up their homes and dwelling units through the Hawaii Fire Relief Housing Program.

DBEDT released its fourth quarter 2023 Statistical and Economic Report today.

According to preliminary statistics from DBEDT, both visitor arrivals and visitor spending declined for the third straight month compared to 2022, as Hawaii's visitor industry continued to feel the impact of the August Lahaina wildfires.