Resolving Montana’s Labor Shortage
Demand in the economy has roared back with unexpected speed, but employers are having trouble hiring back laid-off workers.
Tackling Housing Affordability in Montana
With few affordable homes available for households earning a low income, many are being priced out of housing markets.
The Economic Contributions of Montana Cooperatives
Cooperatives have been part of the fabric of Montana nearly as long as we have been a state. They employ thousands and make Montana’s economy significantly larger.
How COVID-19 Has Reshaped the Economy
The changes in the economy have been profound. With each passing month, the particular character of this recession becomes clearer.
Seeing Beyond the Pandemic’s Grip
COVID-19’s icy grip left no corner of the state’s cities and regions untouched and bears little resemblance to previous economic downturns.
The Economic Impact of COVID-19 in Montana
The unprecedented declines in economic activity due to the pandemic have not spared Montana.
New Study Gauges Hutterite Economic Contributions
Hutterite businesses play a significant role in the state’s economy.
How the Forest Industry Changed the Bitterroot Valley
What would the economy of Ravalli County look like today if timber harvests hadn’t declined?
Homebuilding in Montana’s Hot Markets
Have builders and developers responded to higher home prices by expanding their supply of housing through new construction?
Facing the Challenge of Affordable Housing
As we work toward solutions in Montana, high housing costs are emerging as a significant public policy issue.