Utah Economy

Outdoor recreation remains a major economic player, but inflation, tariffs, and affordability concerns may have contributed to a slowing growth rate in 2024.

Shireen and Natalie chat with the former Utah governor about his life, lessons from his time in politics, and why he believes Utah is an example for the nation.

Natalie Gochnour and Shireen Ghorbani interview Sophia DiCaro, the executive director of the Utah Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget.

Our hosts celebrate Pioneer Day with a discussion of Utah facts, novel achievements, and its biggest struggles as a state.

Tribune reporters Tony Semerad, Robert Gehrke, and Paighten Harkins talk about the latest news, including a new report outlining dire economic effects if the Great Salt Lake were to collapse.

On this episode we're joined by Cache County Executive David Zook and Michael Jeanfreau, senior economist with the Utah Department of Workforce Services.

On this episode we discuss a homeless couple’s heartfelt journey, Utahns’ current economic views, and a lawsuit filed by the Ute Tribe.

The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute presented three visible economic scenarios for 2023 in economic report.

Just over half of Utahns in the study feel steady in keeping up with their finances, but 70% feel confident they can find a good job if needed.

Proponents of the project say it will diversify rural jobs and get Utah oil to market, but environmental advocates are pushing to block the project, citing environmental harm.