Wealth transfer from blue to red states boosts Idaho by $72B
The Committee to Unleash Prosperity reports nearly $2 trillion moved from blue to red states, with Idaho gaining $72 billion in economic growth.
Fed reports stable household debt despite student loan challenges
The New York Fed finds stable household debt levels in the first quarter despite ongoing student loan delinquency challenges and modest credit shifts.
CCDC Executive Director John Brunelle to retire after 13 years
John Brunelle, longest-serving executive director of Capital City Development Corporation, will retire after 13 years leading Boise's urban renewal agency.
International trade: An untapped opportunity for Idaho businesses
Idaho businesses exported $4.2 billion in goods, supporting 16,000 jobs and highlighting international trade as a key growth opportunity.
Bank of America raises minimum wage to $25 per hour
Bank of America boosts its minimum wage to $25 per hour, raising annual pay to $52,000 and highlighting its commitment to workers and economic growth.
Public utilities serving Gem State file for rate increases
Idaho Power and Intermountain Gas are both looking to increase residential and commercial customer rates, and increased rates, if approved, would not go into effect until January of next year for both companies.
Credit rating for Idaho reaffirmed by Fitch
The rating, the treasurer’s office stated, reflects the states conservative fiscal practices and its consistent economic growth, as well as its ability to pivot as the economy changes where necessary.
Fed faces challenge of fighting inflation and spurring economic growth
The central bank's caution could lead to more conflict between the Fed and the Trump administration.
Power List – Human Resources Heroes – Crystal D. Pidjeon, FPC
Crystal Pidjeon, senior director of HR operations at Boise State, enhances HR efficiency through leadership, data governance, and professional development.
Building Idaho’s future: The power of education, innovation and partnership
Idaho’s prosperity hinges on the ability to equip its people with the skills, knowledge and opportunities needed to succeed.
DBA found its new executive director in a native Idahoan
Story added that Hamilton’s understand of what makes the downtown Boise area special and her commitment to driving the success of businesses located in the area “made her an ideal person to guide the DBA into its next era.”


















