Tag: California economy
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How AI Is Reshaping Entry-Level Jobs in California and What Workers Can Do Next How AI Is Reshaping Entry-Level Jobs in California and What Workers Can Do Next
Labor May 17, 2026

How AI Is Reshaping Entry-Level Jobs in California and What Workers Can Do Next

New research shows Latino workers face higher automation risks in California, but AI ... more

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Why More Los Angeles Small Businesses Are Turning to AI to Save Time, Cut Costs, and Stay Afloat Why More Los Angeles Small Businesses Are Turning to AI to Save Time, Cut Costs, and Stay Afloat
Establish July 10, 2026

Why More Los Angeles Small Businesses Are Turning to AI to Save Time, Cut Costs, and Stay Afloat

As economic pressures mount across Los Angeles, small business owners are increasingly ... more

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California Gas Tax Relief Fight Intensifies as Latino Voters Feel the Pinch California Gas Tax Relief Fight Intensifies as Latino Voters Feel the Pinch
Economy March 21, 2026

California Gas Tax Relief Fight Intensifies as Latino Voters Feel the Pinch

California gas tax relief 2026 debate intensifies after SB 1035 fails, as ... more

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SBA Doubles Small Business Loan Limits to $10 Million as Latino Entrepreneurs Push for More Access to Capital SBA Doubles Small Business Loan Limits to $10 Million as Latino Entrepreneurs Push for More Access to Capital
Grow May 21, 2026

SBA Doubles Small Business Loan Limits to $10 Million as Latino Entrepreneurs Push for More Access to Capital

The federal government is opening larger financing pathways for small businesses, but ... more

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As California Vineyards Shrink, Latino Workers Face an Uncertain Future As California Vineyards Shrink, Latino Workers Face an Uncertain Future
Immigration July 30, 2026

As California Vineyards Shrink, Latino Workers Face an Uncertain Future

Vineyard removals, declining wine demand and reduced harvests are leaving many Latino ... more

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Bigger Than Japan: US Latino GDP Climbs to 4th Worldwide Bigger Than Japan: US Latino GDP Climbs to 4th Worldwide
Economy May 3, 2026

Bigger Than Japan: US Latino GDP Climbs to 4th Worldwide

New research from UCLA and California Lutheran University says Latino economic output ... more

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Los Angeles Added 9,000 Jobs. So Why Is It Still Hard to Find Good-Paying Work? Los Angeles Added 9,000 Jobs. So Why Is It Still Hard to Find Good-Paying Work?
Economy June 28, 2026

Los Angeles Added 9,000 Jobs. So Why Is It Still Hard to Find Good-Paying Work?

Healthcare, restaurants and construction continue hiring, but manufacturing, Hollywood and other higher-paying ... more

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ICE Raids and Deportation Fears Could Cost the U.S. $479 Billion in Lost Tax Revenue ICE Raids and Deportation Fears Could Cost the U.S. $479 Billion in Lost Tax Revenue
Economy May 18, 2026

ICE Raids and Deportation Fears Could Cost the U.S. $479 Billion in Lost Tax Revenue

Tax experts say fear of deportation and IRS data-sharing concerns are discouraging ... more

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Trump Administration Pushes Banks to Tighten ITIN Loans Despite Strong Repayment Record Among Undocumented Borrowers Trump Administration Pushes Banks to Tighten ITIN Loans Despite Strong Repayment Record Among Undocumented Borrowers
Finances July 13, 2026

Trump Administration Pushes Banks to Tighten ITIN Loans Despite Strong Repayment Record Among Undocumented Borrowers

Federal regulators are warning banks that lending to undocumented immigrants carries higher ... more

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Latino Entrepreneurs Are Powering California’s Economy as AI Reshapes Work Latino Entrepreneurs Are Powering California’s Economy as AI Reshapes Work
Business Insights March 27, 2026

Latino Entrepreneurs Are Powering California’s Economy as AI Reshapes Work

Latino entrepreneurs California economy growth is accelerating as AI disrupts jobs and ... more

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Latino Unemployment Holds at 5% as Federal Cuts and Tech Layoffs Reshape U.S. Job Market Latino Unemployment Holds at 5% as Federal Cuts and Tech Layoffs Reshape U.S. Job Market
Labor May 27, 2026

Latino Unemployment Holds at 5% as Federal Cuts and Tech Layoffs Reshape U.S. Job Market

The latest federal labor report reveals slowing job growth, layoffs in key ... more

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How Immigration Enforcement Is Reshaping Latino Workers and Communities in California and Los Angeles How Immigration Enforcement Is Reshaping Latino Workers and Communities in California and Los Angeles
Immigration July 30, 2026

How Immigration Enforcement Is Reshaping Latino Workers and Communities in California and Los Angeles

An NBER study found that increased immigration enforcement can reduce workforce participation, ... more

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Latino-Owned Businesses Turn to AI Customer Service as Costs Rise, but Trust Risks Could Be High Latino-Owned Businesses Turn to AI Customer Service as Costs Rise, but Trust Risks Could Be High
Establish May 5, 2026

Latino-Owned Businesses Turn to AI Customer Service as Costs Rise, but Trust Risks Could Be High

From Los Angeles salons to neighborhood restaurants, small firms are using AI ... more

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California’s Affordability Problem Is Widespread, But Californians Don’t Experience It the Same Way California’s Affordability Problem Is Widespread, But Californians Don’t Experience It the Same Way
California September 15, 2026

California’s Affordability Problem Is Widespread, But Californians Don’t Experience It the Same Way

California's affordability problem is widespread, but the September PPIC Statewide Survey shows ... more

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64% of Latinos Say the Nation’s Best Days Are Past, in Line With Other Americans 64% of Latinos Say the Nation’s Best Days Are Past, in Line With Other Americans
Latinos May 18, 2026

64% of Latinos Say the Nation’s Best Days Are Past, in Line With Other Americans

Ahead of America’s 250th anniversary, new polling shows growing pessimism across racial, ... more

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Did the World Cup Boost Los Angeles? It Depends on Who You Ask. Did the World Cup Boost Los Angeles? It Depends on Who You Ask.
LA Economy July 17, 2026

Did the World Cup Boost Los Angeles? It Depends on Who You Ask.

Despite record-breaking attendance and a late hotel boom, many neighborhood businesses across ... more

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California Latinos Put in More Work but See Less Pay, UCLA Study Shows California Latinos Put in More Work but See Less Pay, UCLA Study Shows
Labor April 5, 2026

California Latinos Put in More Work but See Less Pay, UCLA Study Shows

Latino wage gap California reveals a growing disconnect between workforce dominance and ... more

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Inflation Is Still Squeezing California Families. Why a Household Budget Matters More Than Ever in 2026 Inflation Is Still Squeezing California Families. Why a Household Budget Matters More Than Ever in 2026
Cover Story May 28, 2026

Inflation Is Still Squeezing California Families. Why a Household Budget Matters More Than Ever in 2026

New inflation data shows costs are still climbing across essentials like housing, ... more

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