No signs of recession locally
MISSOULA – The buzzword around the national economy over the past couple of months has been uncertainty. Between…
Timber industry challenges: Rising costs and global headwinds test resilience
The lack of demand, combined with increased running costs from electricity, compliance and insurance, meant sawmills felt the…
Pacific region inflation still higher than national average
The cost of living in the Pacific region, which includes Alaska, California, Oregon, and Washington, remains high. Inflation…
US and China are thwarting India’s shot at $7 trillion solar prize
It’s 63C (145F) deep inside Borosil Renewables Ltd.’s vast manufacturing site in Bharuch, western India, where 1,000 tons…
IMF Ranks Kazakhstan Above Russia in GDP Per Capita for 2025
Kazakhstan is now richer than Russia. That is according to the latest data from the International Monetary Fund,…
Nigeria’s Forex Reserves Hit $41B, 44-Month High
Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves rose to $41bn on August 19, 2025, the highest level recorded in 44 months,…
Bryan-College Station boasts promising economic outlook: ‘Business is booming’
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – Economic experts say the Bryan- College Station economy is growing, and Texas overall…
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage holds steady at lowest level in nearly 10 months
The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage held steady this week at its lowest level in nearly…
Rising concerns over U.S. move to broaden products subject to metal tariffs
TORONTO — There’s growing concern about a move by the United States to make hundreds more product categories…
Why do world financial leaders meet in Jackson, Wyoming? – Deseret News
Fed Chairman Jerome Powell will speak at the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium on Friday.The long-running event brings…
ZIM Warns of Weak Peak Shipping Season as Freight Rates, Volumes Slide
Count ZIM as another logistics bellwether that indicates this year’s peak shipping season will leave much to be…
Economic Concerns Mount as Survey Shows Manufacturers Expect Price Pressures
Key Takeaways The Philadelphia Fed’s monthly manufacturing survey showed employers face the highest costs since May 2022.In response,…