Economy

Montana's workforce hit a record high in 2025, while low unemployment, rising wages and strong economic growth gave the state more good economic news.

Montana could move to a 4.7% flat income tax, but the savings wouldn't be equal. Here's who could benefit the most.

Nearly 2,400 acres of Stillwater County land could soon be generating solar power, mostly for customers in other states. Not everyone is happy about it.

Quantica, Sabey, and Atlas together wanted roughly 1,650 megawatts. NorthWestern Energy's total Montana capacity sits around 1,600 megawatts.

For a state people have been moving to in droves, Montana's overall ranking of 29th might surprise a few of those newcomers.

A University of Montana study found that out of a hypothetical $20 billion data center investment in the state, only around $2 billion would actually reach Montana workers, contractors, and businesses.

Montana's economy is growing, but rising housing costs, taxes, and expenses have many residents wondering who is benefiting from the state's success.

Airbnb and short-term rentals brought hundreds of millions into Montana's economy in 2025, but some communities worry about housing impacts.

With gas prices skyrocketing and housing costs soaring, many voters are feeling the pinch as election season approaches.

With major pizza franchises like Pizza Hut and Papa Johns facing closures, many are left wondering where their next slice will come from.