AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAviation & Hospitality: Hawaiian Airlines says most Hawaii-to-continental U.S. economy passengers will lose free meals starting July 1, shifting to pre-ordered paid dishes—while Alaska and Hawaiian also roll out new onboard beverage programs this summer. Local Real Estate & Retail: Ward Centre is closing after more than 40 years, forcing 25+ tenants including Aliʻi Coffee to relocate as Melia and ʻIlima condos add new ground-floor retail. Tourism & Public Works: The Hawaii Convention Center faces delays on more than a dozen projects after the Legislature fell short on $55 million in capital improvements, even as the facility remains partially closed for major repairs through 2028. Finance & Payments: Maui County Federal Credit Union went live on the FedNow Service for instant Send/Receive/Settlement capabilities via Catalyst. Energy & Costs: Gas prices keep easing as crude drops on hopes tied to the U.S.-Iran Strait of Hormuz deal. Business Climate: DBEDT projects Hawaiʻi growth moderating to 1.6% for 2026 amid inflation pressures, but points to steady labor and ongoing construction and tourism spending. Security & Safety: Honolulu police investigate an unattended death in Kalihi; Kauaʻi reports rising fuel-tank thefts by puncturing vehicles.
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