Economy

Economic stress is widespread across the United States, but for Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders and Native Hawaiians, anxiety about costs and affordability is particularly high. That's among the findings in a survey from AAPI Data and The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

A fair number of celebrities own property in Hawaiʻi — and it's been that way for many years. But when they sell their homes, they often do it quietly. And doing that sales process without publicity is gaining in popularity — and not just for the rich and famous.

The state Council on Revenues maintains a cautious view of the state's finances, forecasting a 4.7% reduction in the general fund growth rate for this fiscal year. This is unchanged from its last projection in September.

Hawaiʻi Island has one of the highest rates of hunger in the state. A growing network of community organizations is trying to meet the needs of local residents who are struggling to put food on the table.

The Honolulu Police Department discusses the latest enforcement actions on illegal fireworks; Hawaiʻi Business Magazine's Cynthia Wessendorf reports on what industry leaders are forecasting for 2026

Hawaiʻi’s ties to the Asia Pacific transcend geography. There’s a lot of interest among Hawaiʻi residents about our regional neighborhood. Here are four trends to watch in 2026 that may have a direct impact on Hawaiʻi.

On today's program, we're revisiting some of the biggest stories from 2025.

With the new year comes a new minimum wage in Hawai’i. It’s now $16 an hour — and many local restaurant owners are concerned about what that means for their industry.

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa economics professor Nori Tarui and UH Shidler College of Business graduate student Muhammad Talal Khan spoke with HPR's Maddie Bender about their research into sea level rise and its impact on Hawaiʻi's real estate value.

Looking to bring down your electricity bill? Hawaiʻi Energy has available rebates to help you upgrade your appliances.