AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEnergy Costs: New Hampshire heating-oil prices have topped $6 a gallon, squeezing household budgets as winter approaches. About 43% of state residents rely on the fuel, and one Kingston voter says he’ll use a wood stove to cut costs. Infrastructure: Durham’s Mill Pond Dam has been removed after years of debate. The project is estimated to cost more than $3.1 million, below the projected $4.2 million for repairs and maintenance; restoring the river’s natural channel is expected to finish this fall. Trade: A U.S. tariff rollback taking effect Oct. 30 exempts some Canadian goods, including agricultural machinery, packaging and refrigeration equipment—a potential cost break for New Hampshire businesses reliant on those imports. Labor Market: New Hampshire’s jobless rate reached 2.8%, a two-year high. Health Insurance: Aetna plans to exit New Hampshire in 2027 as insurers cut Medicare Advantage coverage, potentially forcing affected residents to find new plans.
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