Montana Loses $$$$$ to Smuggled Cigarettes
About 21.4 percent of the cigarettes consumed in Montana are smuggled in from states that tax their cigarettes lower than…
Farmers in Solid Financial Condition, but Outlook is Uncertain
By Joe Mahon Director, Regional Outreach, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Strong commodity prices continued to benefit agricultural producers in…
Montana Gets Seven New Franchise Businesses
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today released its 2023 Franchising Economic Outlook report, showing that Montana will add 7 new…
European Countries Face Recession
While 20 European countries that use the euro fell into a recession at the beginning of the year, the broader…
Industry Faces Risk of Energy Shortfalls
From National Manufacturers Association Two-thirds of the U.S. is at risk of energy shortfalls this summer—and that share is only…
DOR Meetings will Explain Higher Property Values
Given the past few years of escalating property values it probably won’t be a surprise for most people when they…
High School Grads Go Directly to Work
From National Assoc. of Manufacturers’ As job growth has risen in industries that don’t require college degrees, high school graduates…
Construction Industry Expects Leaner Months Ahead
By Tu-Uyen Tran,Federal Reserve Bank of Minnesota This year’s construction season is expected to be leaner for a significant number…
Newly Licensed Businesses — May 2023
Immortal Construction, 1822 Island View Dr, 59101, 861-3892, Thomas Highsmith, general contractors Tea City & Cupcakes, 1001 Shiloh Crossing Blvd…
Montana Highlights June 15, 2023
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission has voted to implement emergency fishing restrictions on three southwest Montana rivers. The restrictions…