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The latest business news from Northwest Montana and beyond. In-depth coverage of local enterprises, economic trends, market updates, and entrepreneurial success stories.
From unfilled gas tanks to fewer frills, retailers see US consumers rethink their spending
The behavior changes observed so far are subtle, such as altered routines for buying gasoline and fewer visits to …
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Despite price hikes, well known P&G brands like Tide and Crest continue to sell
P&G increased prices by about 7% across various brands from the same period last year, less than the 10% increase in third quarter.
US price and wage increases slow further in the latest signs of cooling inflation
Together, the figures provided the latest signs that the Federal Reserve's drive to tame inflation may succeed without triggering a recession, an outcome known…
US proposes 18% fuel economy increase for new vehicle fleet from 2027 through 2032
The proposed numbers were released Friday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which eventually will adopt final mileage requirements.
Stock market today: Wall Street returns to rallying following reports on profits and inflation
Stocks have been rising recently on hopes high inflation is cooling enough to get the Federal Reserve to stop hiking interest rates.
Creativity encouraged on Sacred Eats' menu
Despite being scammed out of almost all of their savings, Chris and Kallai Boyce decided to take a leap of faith two years ago and open Sacred Eats, the on-sit…
Easy summer salad for sharing
Quinoa can sometimes be an intimidating food to cook but is much easier to deal with than people may realize.
UPS strike could be just around the corner
As the deadline to reach a new contract nears, a potential UPS strike feels closer than ever.
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Somers outfitter gets lakegoers enjoying the water
Paddle Board Outfitters in Somers had a modest start by renting out paddle boards to recreationists on Flathead Lake.
Loan program to assist meat processors
The money comes from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development program and will be loaned to a number of meat processing businesses for use in processing and packaging operations.
Everyone wants a piece of the 'Barbie' movie marketing mania
There are pink benches at bus stops and pink clothing displayed in store windows. Microsoft's XBox has come up with a Barbie console series and HGTV is hosting…
A probiotic milk factory will be built near Atlanta, bringing $305 million investment and 90 jobs
Yakult Honsha Co. said Tuesday that its American subsidiary plans to start production at a new plant in Cartersville in 2026.
Bankruptcy slams the brakes on Dutch e-bike manufacturer VanMoof
The Amsterdam-based company, started in 2009 by brothers Taco and Ties Carlier, posted a statement on its website informing clients that an Amsterdam court dec…
Homegrown mercantile helps community of Eureka
What began as the Montana Farmacy, and has since expanded, into a place where you can get old-fashioned goods — candies, teas, soaps and herbal remedies.