Youth Suicide in Montana
byMontana persistently ranks in the top three states with the most youth who die by suicide – and their method of choice is overwhelmingly firearms.
Stories
The U.S. Economy Remains Robust
byThe U.S. economy continues to move into positive territory and the unemployment rate is at a near historic low. But is a recession coming in 2019?
Timber Jobs Matter
byConclusions from a Headwaters Economics report on timber-dependent communities in Idaho are incorrect – analyzing the wrong variables and using the wrong statistical test.
Homebuilding in Montana’s Hot Markets
byHave builders and developers responded to higher home prices by expanding their supply of housing through new construction?
Fueling Energy Independence
byMontanans use more energy per capita than consumers in most other states and we spend more per person on energy overall.
Facing the Challenge of Affordable Housing
byAs we work toward solutions in Montana, high housing costs are emerging as a significant public policy issue.
Mining, Taxes and Jobs in Montana
byWhat would the economy of the state of Montana look like if the eight largest hard rock mines did not exist?
What Happened to Montana’s Forestry Jobs?
byTimber harvests are the major cause of declining employment and labor earnings in Montana’s forest industry.
Entrepreneurship in Montana
byMontana has more entrepreneurs per capita than any other state and a business survival rate that ranks in the top 10.
The Rise of Short-Term Rentals
byWhile Montana is facing an affordable housing crisis, it’s also seen a surge in short-term rentals, limiting options for year-round residents.