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Uhero Research Driven Dialogue: UHERO is committed to rigorous, independent economic research used in making decisions for a better Hawai‘i.

Hawai‘i’s citizens, policymakers, businesses, and community organizations make daily choices that impact society, the environment, and the prospects for sustainable economic development. The University’s most important role in economic development is its role in educating and informing stakeholders about economic consequences and trade-offs involved in these choices. Since 1997 UHERO has establish

ed itself as the premier source for forecasts and analysis in Hawai‘i. For over ten years UHERO has conducted research that benefits the local community, publicized that research both locally and outside Hawai‘i, and expanded funded research on the Hawai‘i economy.

Honolulu's affordable housing project hasn't delivered so far, UHERO report says
05/28/2026

Honolulu's affordable housing project hasn't delivered so far, UHERO report says

A Honolulu program to incentivize affordable workforce housing hasn’t lived up to its expectations, a recent report has found.

Experts See A Near-Term Boost In Hawaiʻi Tax Collections
05/22/2026

Experts See A Near-Term Boost In Hawaiʻi Tax Collections

Members of the state Council on Revenues are surprised the state has not felt greater economic impacts from the war.

Expanding childcare tax credit could boost workforce
05/21/2026

Expanding childcare tax credit could boost workforce

A new report from the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization argues that expanding Hawaii’s childcare tax credit could partially pay for itself by helping more parents stay in — or return to — the workforce, even as the state faces mounting concerns over childcare affordability, s...

UHERO Economists Drill Down On Housing Policy
05/21/2026

UHERO Economists Drill Down On Housing Policy

University of Hawaiʻi experts emphasized solving the state's housing crisis requires building new housing because it frees up old housing as well.

New report from UHERO suggests more financial pressure could be on the way
05/17/2026

New report from UHERO suggests more financial pressure could be on the way

University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization says Hawaiʻi i...

Higher oil prices hurting Hawaii’s economy, UHERO report says
05/17/2026

Higher oil prices hurting Hawaii’s economy, UHERO report says

Higher oil prices hurting Hawaii’s economy, UHERO report says - Hawaii News | Hawaii Tribune-Herald

Hawaiʻi Faces Wave of Uncertainty Due To Oil Surge, Rising Costs
05/17/2026

Hawaiʻi Faces Wave of Uncertainty Due To Oil Surge, Rising Costs

image from video featuring UHERO Executive Director Carl Bonham Hawaiʻi Faces Wave of Uncertainty Due To Oil Surge, Rising Costs Big Island Video News May 15, 2026 HONOLULU - The economic outlook darkens for Hawaiʻi in UHERO's second quarter forecast for 2026. UPDATED on May 15, 2026 (BIVN) – As...

Hawaii economists say state’s outlook darkens
05/17/2026

Hawaii economists say state’s outlook darkens

The University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization is forecasting rising costs for residents and uncertainty for the state’s tourism industry.

UHERO reports Iran war creates challenges for Hawaiʻi's economy
05/17/2026

UHERO reports Iran war creates challenges for Hawaiʻi's economy

High tariffs, reduced immigration, and the Iran war's disruption on fuel is creating uncertain times for Hawaiʻi’s economy,

‘Worsened noticeably’: UHERO forecasts Hawaiʻi’s economic outlook
05/17/2026

‘Worsened noticeably’: UHERO forecasts Hawaiʻi’s economic outlook

As the war continues in Iran, researchers reported a dark economic outlook for Hawaiʻi. Surging oil prices and other costs have created a “new wave of uncertainty” for the economy.

Maui fire survivors to see settlement money, but ‘not better off,’ economist says
05/16/2026

Maui fire survivors to see settlement money, but ‘not better off,’ economist says

Wildfire survivors in Maui County can expect to receive settlement money for the first time this year. However, economists say the payments won’t make most families whole, especially as higher electricity bills and gas prices intensify pressure on households still rebuilding their lives.

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