AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoInvestment: Two Maui areas — Lahaina’s Front Street district and Kula Makai in Kihei — won federal Opportunity Zone designations, joining 23 other Hawaii tracts eligible for tax incentives intended to attract private investment. Household Finances: Hawaii led the nation in household debt growth in the third quarter, with average debt rising $2,216 to $283,166. Local Agriculture: Honolulu secured a $500,000 grant to expand market opportunities for local farmers and producers. Business Services: Hawaii’s business registration system faces a backlog of about 40,000 filings; the state says Salesforce will address processing delays at no cost. Health Costs: State regulators approved higher rates for Hawaii health insurers, adding pressure for employers and households. Lahaina Recovery: A new marketplace on Front Street is bringing local businesses back downtown.**
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