CCalifornia Read More Yes, California, you’re the world’s fourth-largest economy – Orange County RegisterOctober 15, 2026 We’re No. 4! We’re No. 4! We’re No. 4! California’s lofty economic stature, as measured on the global…
CCalifornia Read More California ranks third-best state economy in 2026, by this math – The Mercury NewsOctober 3, 2026 If you find it hard to believe that California’s economy is doing OK in 2026, take a look…
AAnaheim Read More Leaving California? Here are best states to move to in 2026 – Orange County RegisterSeptember 11, 2026 Roughly 650,000 Californians each year choose to become ex-Californians. Now, we can forever debate the reasons behind the…
AAnaheim Read More How Anaheim outpaced Silicon Valley in income growthAugust 12, 2026 Despite the economic angst and billionaire exodus, California has been recording some of the highest income growth in…
CCalifornia Read More California ranks as the nation’s most controversial state – Orange County RegisterAugust 12, 2026 Few places draw more mixed opinions than California. My trusty spreadsheet dug into a Clever Real Estate poll about…
CCalifornia Read More California’s lucky economy has 2nd fastest GDP growth to start 2026 – Orange County RegisterAugust 9, 2026 Perhaps California got “lucky” again. The state’s economy started 2026 as the nation’s No. 2 performer – its…
CCalifornia Read More Population grew in just 24 California counties: What does it mean? – Orange County RegisterJuly 31, 2026 If California wants to grow its population, and I’m often not sure about that, growing the supply of…
CCalifornia Read More Californians oddly confident despite war, inflation – The Mercury NewsJuly 29, 2026 California optimism continues to rise, while pessimism brews nationally. My trusty spreadsheet reviewed the Conference Board’s consumer confidence…
CCalifornia Read More Californians oddly confident despite war, inflation – Orange County RegisterJuly 29, 2026 California optimism continues to rise, while pessimism brews nationally. My trusty spreadsheet reviewed the Conference Board’s consumer confidence…
SSan Jose Read More Once high-flying PayPal becomes a takeover target as it attempts a turnaroundJuly 29, 2026 Digital payments giant PayPal was soaring high five years ago, riding the surge in online shopping after the…
CCalifornia Read More California ranks as nation’s 15th best business climate. Who’s No. 1? – Orange County RegisterJuly 22, 2026 Nobody ever said California was an easy place to do business. Yet, even with all the grumbling about…
CCalifornia Read More California remains world’s No. 4 economy – barely – Orange County RegisterJuly 18, 2026 California’s economy remains No. 4 on the global stage – barely! My trusty spreadsheet once again looked into…