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US trade gap widens in March as AI spending boosts imports

US trade gap widens in March as AI spending boosts imports

The US trade deficit grew slightly less than expected in March, government data showed Tuesday, as spending linked to the artificial intelligence buildout boosted imports. But US exports of crude oil and petroleum products also jumped after war in the Middle East began on February 28 with US-Israeli strikes

How many homes are getting built in Missoula in 2026?

How many homes are getting built in Missoula in 2026?

How many homes are getting built in Missoula in 2026? Homebuilding plays a critical role in maintaining a steady housing supply and keeping prices at sustainable levels. As the U.S. population grows, more housing is needed to meet demand. Since the Great Recession, construction has lagged well behind what

How many homes are getting built in Great Falls in 2026?

How many homes are getting built in Great Falls in 2026?

How many homes are getting built in Great Falls in 2026? Homebuilding plays a critical role in maintaining a steady housing supply and keeping prices at sustainable levels. As the U.S. population grows, more housing is needed to meet demand. Since the Great Recession, construction has lagged well behind

US Fed official says rate hikes may be needed if inflation surges

US Fed official says rate hikes may be needed if inflation surges

A key US Federal Reserve official warned Friday that a series of interest rate hikes could be needed if price shocks from the Middle East war are larger than expected, fuelling inflation. "Federal funds rate increases, potentially a series of them, could be warranted, even at the risk of

Dow jumps 790 points on Caterpillar strength, closes in on 50,000; S&P 500 crosses 7,200 for first time; U.S. debt higher than GDP for first time since World War II

Dow jumps 790 points on Caterpillar strength, closes in on 50,000; S&P 500 crosses 7,200 for first time; U.S. debt higher than GDP for first time since World War II

The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped more than 790 points and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new all-time record highs Thursday, while the national debt now outpaces U.S. GDP, according to new economic data. U.S. GDP (gross domestic product) came in at $31.22

One man’s trash is another man's treasure at the first annual Bobcat Thrift Sale

One man’s trash is another man's treasure at the first annual Bobcat Thrift Sale

According to MSU’s Zero-Waste Coordinator Garrett Wright, the University discarded a monthly average of 312,133 pounds of trash in 2025. In May, this number was higher — totaling over 460,000 pounds. “It is higher in May [because it is] directly related to students moving out of residence

ECB warns of risks from Mideast war as it holds rates

ECB warns of risks from Mideast war as it holds rates

The European Central Bank held interest rates steady on Thursday but signalled a possible increase ahead as it warned of growing risks to the growth and inflation outlook due to the war in the Middle East. Energy costs have surged since the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz,