Record High New Businesses; Second Fastest Wage Growth
Montana’s Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) Commissioner Sarah Swanson issued an upbeat labor report on Labor Day. The report shows employment continues to grow, unemployment remains near record lows, and wage growth over the last year resulted in an increased standard of living for Montana workers.
A significant finding is that Montana ranks 2nd in the nation for fastest wage growth since 2020. Another important fact is that business formation in Montana reached a record high of 23,00...
Montana’s Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) Commissioner Sarah Swanson issued an upbeat labor report on Labor Day. The report shows employm...
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