AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFood and Retail: Punaluʻu Bake Shop is hiring across production and retail ahead of its planned reopening after Hurricane Lala damage. Hawaii retailers also face higher occupancy costs than mainland peers, with freight and shifting tariffs adding pressure on margins. Energy and Convenience Stores: Par Pacific reported third-quarter net income of $353.3 million, up from $262.6 million a year earlier; its renewables segment turned profitable, while retail operating income declined. Food now accounts for more than 10% of in-store sales at its convenience stores. Jobs and Aviation: Alaska Air Group plans to cut 46 positions in Hawaii, including one at Kahului Airport, as fuel costs and overhead climb. Housing and Infrastructure: Gov. Josh Green and Lt. Gov.-elect Derek Kawakami say affordable housing, energy costs and closer state-county coordination are priorities. NAVFAC Hawaii also awarded a $249 million waterfront design and engineering contract.
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