NH Voters Expressed Record Low Approval for Economy
Business operators in New Hampshire should account for shifting public sentiment regarding national policy.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Employment
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Two-thirds of New Hampshire residents now disapprove of the job performance of the President of the United States, according to the latest Granite State Poll. These results include record low approval ratings specifically regarding the national economy and foreign policy.
Why it matters
Low public confidence in economic management can influence local consumer sentiment and long-term hiring plans. When residents lose faith in national policy, small-business owners often face changing customer demand patterns and increased economic uncertainty.
The poll surveyed 1,542 individuals, finding that two-thirds of state residents disapprove of the President's job performance. This record low approval comes as 75% of respondents indicate the current Iran conflict is trending negatively.
The players
Donald Trump
The current President of the United States.
University of New Hampshire Survey Center
An academic research organization that produces public opinion data on policy and economic issues.
The details
The University of New Hampshire Survey Center conducted this data collection online between September 17 and September 21, 2026. The findings indicate that most residents favor an immediate end to the Iran conflict, while sentiment toward national voter fraud concerns remains split. These figures reflect current public priorities that may inform regional economic outlooks.
Timeline
Survey collection began on September 17, 2026.
Data collection concluded on September 21, 2026.
Market Landscape
These findings track with the Granite State Poll's longitudinal economic sentiment metrics which serve as a primary indicator for local shifts in policy confidence. The current data marks a significant departure from historical trends regarding presidential economic approval in the state.
Operators should monitor whether these sentiment levels impact local consumer spending or workforce stability in the coming quarter. Owners should track these shifts as an indicator of potential changes in regional market demand.
The takeaway
When public disapproval of national economic policy reaches record lows, business operators should prepare for potential volatility in consumer demand. Monitoring regional economic sentiment reports can help managers adjust their planning for the next fiscal cycle.
Further reading
For broader trends impacting local hiring and talent, see our Employment section.
More information
View the Granite State Poll tabular results for the full dataset.
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