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The article offers information on economic conditions in Montana along with the global economic conditions. Topics dicsussed include inclination in the interest rates by the U.S. to keep the inflation minimal along with the incraese in growth; impact of decrease in agricultural prices on farms and ranches in Montana; and nationwide tax reform ahs been ointroduced to improve the efficiency of the Indian economy.

The article presents an economic outlook for the state of Montana. It says the state's economy in 2009 will be the worst in decades and is projected to grow by only 0.5%. The forecast may reportedly be affected by the weather, insects and unstable agricultural incomes. It is also dependent on how many more announced layoffs and business closures actually materialize. Limited credit will also result in minimal investment spending.

Presents an update on the economic growth in Montana as of March 2005. Comparison of the employment growth in Montana to the U.S. as a whole; Significance of nonfarm labor income to the Montana economy; Increase in house prices in the state; Background on the economic performance of several counties in Montana.

Discusses the economic performance of Montana from 2001 to 2003. Growth in nonfarm employment; Change in basic industry labor income; Outlook for 2004.

Focuses on the economic performance of Montana after the 2001 recession and the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the U.S. Factors that affected the performance of the state; Information on the budget crisis; Concerns about the housing market of Montana.

Discusses findings of a survey conducted to gather statistics on Montana gambling establishments during 2001. Financial conditions of gambling establishments; Estimated amount of taxes and fees paid by gambling establishments; Total number of employees in the industry; Comparison of the estimated sales and employment data for gambling establishments with other sectors of the Montana economy.

Reports on the economy in Montana as of March 2001. Important characteristics of Montana's economy; Gross state product and employment from 1982 to 2000; Economic impacts of Internet technology; Forecast on the Montana economy.

Highlights the continuous growth of the United States economy in 2000. Factors contributing to the improved outlook of the economy; Views of market analysts on the `new economy'; Outlook for Montana's economy.

Focuses on the strength of Montana's economy in 1998 despite the Asian crises. How the crises started; Remedy to this economic situation; Forecasts on Montana's economy.

Examines the global trends and the resulting opportunities and risks for Montana businesses in the world market. Annual growth of the gross domestic product between 1992 to 1996 and 1997 to 2002; Factors that should be considered in the economy of Montana; Projected economic growth of Montana. INSET: The Asian economic crisis.

Presents an economic projection of Montana's urban areas or counties. Division of Montana into three economic regions; Statewide and regional economic forecasts; Statistical information on each urban counties; Information from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Presents economic forecast highlights in Montana until the year 2010. Increases in legal immigration; Possible decline in in-migration; Distribution of employment and gross state product; Gross State Product (GSP) as index of overall economic activity.

Assesses the status of Montana's economy as of 1995. Nonfarm labor income and average annual growth rate from 1990; Annual rates of changes in nonfarm labor income from 1993; Nonfarm labor income and labor income in basic industries from 1969; Population, components of change and percent change from 1990-1994; Per capita income from 1969-1994; Comparison with nationwide economic statistics.

Presents an analysis of Montana's economy as of March 1994. Nonfarm labor income by major industry for the period 1991 to 1992; Growth in the construction industry, wood and paper products and services; Decline in the mining sector; Economic trends in Montana as compared with those in neighboring states; Population; Per capita income; Outlook for 1994.

Discusses the economic impact of Montana's timber shortages. Wood products and Montana's economy; Employment impact; Labor income; Probable forecasts.

Reports on the economy of Montana, from a broader perspective. Adjacent states and Canadian provinces included in the report to study Montana in a broader perspective; General economic indicators; Montana's basic industries.

Features the presentations made at the annual Economic Outlook Seminars held in January and February 1990 in cities throughout the state of Montana. Includes general economic indicators; Basic industries; Population of urban areas.

Reports on Montana's economic growth. Growth of the real estate and construction markets; Outperformance of the national economic average by Montana's economy; Long-term trends in Montana's economy; Montana's basic industries; Statewide forecasts; Montana's major urban areas; Housing sector.

Examines the United States economy to understand its impact on Montana's economy in 1991 and identifies local divergence from national trends to determine Montana's long-term trends and prospects. Analysis of national economy based on selected recession trends; Montana and the national recessionary cycle; Factors determining Montana's economic growth in basic industries; Regional differences. INSET: Will the recession be mild or severe?..

The article discusses the economic growth in Montana as of June 2007. Also included is U.S. Bureau of Economic Statistics projection reflecting a 4.5 percent Montana economy growth. The economic boom is attributable to the mining and manufacturing sectors, among others, the article notes. The economic trend will reportedly continue, especially as long as developing countries like China will continue to rely on Montana's energy and commodity exports.

Provides an outlook on Montana's economy after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the U.S. Basic industry of the state; Analysis of the economy before the attacks; Status of employment; Forecast on Montana's growth rate in 2002.

Presents summary of important trends and forecasts in Montana's major urban areas. Mild recession in Billings; Cyclic pattern of Missoula's economy; Economy of Cascade County in the 1980s.

In this article, the author discusses the periodical along with topics covered in it. Topics discussed include review of statewide and local economic conditions featured in the issue, economic status of women and the role of entrepreneurship and innovation in the economy; and message from educators and president of the University of Montana in the journal.

The article examines the economies of the counties of Silver Bow and Deer Lodge in Montana. Topics include the impact of workers in the intertwined economies of the two counties, the stability of the mining industry in the state, and the dependence of future growth rates on commodities and copper prices. It also discusses the state's strong manufacturing industry, the workforce reduction of Golden Sunlight Mine, and the stability of the state government and utilities industries.

Reports on the impact of the terrorist attack in the World Trade Center (WTC) in New York City on September 11, 2001 to the United States and the state of Montana. Comparison of the WTC attack with that of other disasters in the country in terms of property loss and gross development product; How the WTC attack would impact the economy; Factor attributed to the deceleration of Montana's economy prior to the attack.

The article offers an economic outlook for Gallatin County, Montana for 2015. Topics covered include the contraction of the Bozeman-area economy during the recession, the factors driving the favorable growth trends in the county such as the recovery in the construction industry and the projected growth rate for the county's economy. Also presented are graphs showing earnings in basic industries and the actual and projected change in nonfarm earnings.

The article offers information on the economic outlook of Flathead County in Montana. Topics include improved conditions in high-technology manufacturing, the growth in the county's construction industry, and the impact of Kalispell as a regional trade and service center on the county's economic base. Also discussed is the improvement in several industries in the county such as health care, home construction, and retail business.

The article offers information on the economic outlook of Hill County in Montana. Topics include the impact of the lethargic national employment growth on the county, the importance of energy on its economic growth, and the slight increase in railroad jobs. It also discusses the slight improvement in the agriculture industry and increase in government jobs in the county.

The article presents the economic outlook of Cascade County in Montana which include the earnings in basic industries, changes in non-farm earnings, and its projected economic growth from 2014 to 2017.

The article discusses the economic outlook for Custer County, Montana in 2013. According to the author, despite its wild image, Miles City in Custer County has a diverse economic base dependent on federal and state government, agriculture, and agricultural-related activities and transportation. The author adds that these industries have led to relative economic stability and moderate growth in the past.

The article discusses the economic outlook for Yellowstone County, Montana in 2013. According to the author, the energy boom in rural eastern Montana impacts the Billings economy in several ways. The author notes that even though oil and gas rigs are located in rural locations, these companies could locate their administrative and service facilities in urban areas.

The author discusses the economic outlook of Richland County, Montana for 2013. According to the author, the previous decade has been an economic roller coaster for Richland County with annual growth rates ranging from negative 7 percent to almost 19 percent. The author projects an average growth of six percent per year for 2013 to 2016.

The article discusses the economic prospects in 2013 of Missoula County, Montana. According to the author, employment in Missoula County showed definite growth in 2012 while corresponding data for inflation-adjusted wages also turned upward but with significant volatility. The author adds that Missoula's country industry plummeted although not as much as in other areas in Montana.

The article discusses the economic outlook for Lewis and Clark County, Montana for 2013. According to the author, almost three-fourths of the economic base is directly attributable to state and federal governments. The author notes that state government workers account for about 46 percent of basic earnings while federal civilian and military workers represent another 25 percent.

The article presents information on the Hill County in Montana whose economy registered the only decline in 2009 and a healthy growth of 4.5% in 2010. It highlights the robust performance of the agriculture sector which boosted the railroad industry, and notes that the county was one of the areas where construction activity remained strong during the recession. With the improvements in energy and transportation sectors, the county's growth is forecast to increase in 2012 and 2013.