Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism

Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority — An analysis of the NELHA Hawaii Ocean Science and Technology (HOST) Park at Keahole Point found that the total economic impact of the park was $145.4 million in 2022.

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.

As the holiday season approaches, DBEDT urges Hawaii residents and visitors alike to celebrate the spirit of giving by supporting local businesses.

Hawaii Housing Finance & Development Corp. — State housing officials announced today that the Hawaii Fire Relief Housing Program has helped find more permanent housing for more than 500 Maui families who lost their homes due to the August wildfires.

DBEDT today announced that the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for October was 2.9 percent, compared to 2.8 percent in September.

Small businesses are critical to the US economy. But data on small businesses is limited. Through the annual Small Business Credit Survey, the Federal Reserve Banks capture one-of-a-kind data on small businesses.