AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBusiness Acquisition: Watsco completed its purchase of Concord-based The Granite Group, a plumbing and HVAC distributor with about $500 million in annual sales and 82 locations across seven states. The company will remain independently operated under its current leadership. UNH Investment: Gilbane is nearing completion of a 70,500-square-foot facility at UNH for ocean mapping research and advanced manufacturing; it is expected to open next fall. Housing Costs: New Hampshire’s median home prices are approaching $600,000, adding pressure for employers trying to attract and retain workers. Workforce: State businesses face a familiar squeeze — plenty of open jobs, but not enough workers — while childcare shortages make it harder for some residents to join or stay in the workforce. Insurance: Alliant acquired 164-year-old New Hampshire brokerage Melcher & Prescott, expanding its presence in the state.
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