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California Regional Economies On A Roll

California's major regional economies are all rebounding, but at different speeds. From San Francisco to San Diego, view Beacon Economics' latest forecasts for six of the state's largest regions.

California Labor Market Adds New Jobs

California added 10,400 new jobs in April, according to the latest numbers. This represnts a slightly slower pace of growth than the previous month, mirroring a slowdown occurring across the nation. Read Beacon Economics' analysis of the latest EDD data.

Golden State Trade Declines

California exports are down 3.7% from one year ago, reflecting continued weakness in demand for PCs. View Beacon Economics' full analysis and read coverage in the Sacramento Bee.

New! U.S. & California Forecast

Spring is in the air. New forecasts for the U.S. and California economies illustrate a recovery that has finally gained traction. Visit Beaconomics to view our new outlook for national and state employment, home prices, personal income, and more.

Riverside/San Bernardino Economic Outlook

Beacon Economics has released new forecasts for the U.S., California, and Inland Empire in conjunction with the 2012 Riverside/San Bernardino Economic Forecast Conference.

May 24th - Beacon Economics' Director of Economic Research Jordan Levine presents a new outlook for the California and San Bernardino regional economies at an annual conference of the Chief Business Officials of San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools. San Bernardino, California.

May 30th - Beacon Economics' Founding Partner Christopher Thornberg and a panel of experts discuss the current and future landscape of the Silicon Valley and California economies at the 2013 San Jose State University Economic Summit. Hosted by Bridge Bank. San Jose, California.

June 22nd - Beacon Economics' Founding Partner Christopher Thornberg delivers a new economic forecast for the western United States, and for the banking and financial industry, at the 2013 Washington Bankers Association Convention. Spokane, Washington.

June 25th - Beacon Economics' Founding Partner Christopher Thornberg presents his latest economic forecast for California and the Los Angeles region at a meeting hosted by California United Bank. Los Angeles, California.

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New! The Economic Impact of California Banks

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Lengthening Foreclosure Process Unlikely to Help Homeowners

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