Published Research
Online economic analysis and forecasts at your fingertips
Beacon Economics publishes a variety of online reports that analyze and forecast the U.S., California, and California regional economies. These publications provide users with the latest data, and with substantive commentary on the overall direction of the economy, employment and unemployment, international trade, real estate markets, consumer and business spending, and much more. The reports represent only a sampling of the kind of analysis Beacon Economics produces.
Economic Impact of Minority-Owned Small Businesses in California
This analysis explores the vital role that diversely-owned small businesses play in the California economy.
The Impact of California's Minimum Wage on Youth Employment
This analysis uncovers the economic and social implications of wage increases on young workers
Impacts of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles
This analysis illustrates how Los Angeles intended to deliver a 2024 Olympic Games that would be the most creative, innovative, and low risk in history
Economic and Fiscal Impact Analysis: Roadhouse Energy Storage Project
This analysis identifies significant economic and fiscal benefits from constructing a new battery energy storage system in California.
The State of Renters in California
This analysis uses detailed economic data to challenge common narratives, illustrating the underlying financial resilience and stability of renters across 22 of California’s diverse county markets.
Advancing the Resilience of the Film and Television Industry in Los Angeles
This report outlines innovative strategies and policy options to help Los Angeles County retain its leading position in film and television production.
Prioritizing Productivity: Manufacturing’s Quiet Power In California
This analysis explores how California’s manufacturing sector remains a vital part of the state’s economy, driven by rising productivity and providing stable jobs for non-college-educated workers.
Los Angeles Philharmonic: Economic, Fiscal, and Social Impact Analysis
This analysis quantifies the significant economic impact of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, which supported over 4,600 jobs and generated nearly $950 million in economic output for the region in 2024.
The State of Renters in California
This analysis uses detailed economic data to challenge common narratives, illustrating the underlying financial resilience and stability of renters across 22 of California’s diverse county markets.