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Connect Greater Newport State of the Greater Newport Economy: Strength and Headwinds 2025 January 2026 Key Takeaways: Executive Summary The Greater Newport Economy has emerged relatively strong since the global pandemic tested the resilience of the business community and residents of the region. The analysis and information gathered for this report yield several key findings.…

Connect Greater Newport Connect Greater Newport Economic Update Report September 2025 Key Takeaways: Newport’s unemployment rate remains below the state average as unemployment fell below pre-pandemic rates amid stability in the year-over-year rate. The Newport region’s labor force and employment totals have risen slightly. The workforce overall remains highly educated and well-positioned to take on…

Connect Greater Newport Connect Greater Newport Economic Indicators Report August 2025 Key Takeaways:   Newport’s unemployment rate remains below the state average as unemployment fell below pre-pandemic rates amid stability in the year-over-year rate. The Newport region’s labor force and employment totals have fallen since the previous year, with negative workforce implications if the trend…

Connect Greater Newport Connect Greater Newport Economic Indicators Report July 2025 Key Takeaways: Newport’s unemployment rate remains below the state average as unemployment fell below pre-pandemic rates amid stability in the year-over-year rate. The Newport region’s labor force and employment totals have fallen since the previous year, with negative workforce implications if the trend continues.…