Oakland A’s relocation to bring economic boost to Sacramento area
Local hotels and restaurants could benefit from the Oakland A’s presence......»»
Broome suggests zoo proposal sank deal to bring 1,000 jobs to Sleep Train Arena site; others skeptical
The Greater Sacramento Economic Council CEO said at a recent meeting that the proposed relocation of the Sacramento Zoo caused major companies to back away from locating on the site of the shuttered Sleep Train Arena......»»
Spartan Race, with new cash boost, is ready for more obstacles
Spartan Race has a new, multimillion-dollar infusion of cash it hopes to use to bring back workers, hold more events and launch the obstacle-race company past the economic hurdles of the previous year......»»
Mortgage rates fall to new record low — here’s why some loan applicants won’t be offered them
The low interest rate environment isn’t expected to bring much of a boost to the housing market, which is struggling as a result of the economic downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic......»»
In Bay Area exodus, Sacramento tells companies: "Give us a shot’
“It may look like the promised land when you move your company from the Bay Area to Texas," but companies have to consider the turnover and turmoil that comes with moving there, the Sacramento economic development executive said......»»
Regulated Fintech Firm Monerium to Issue E-Money on Algorand Blockchain
Monerium, which has a European Economic Area e-money license, will bring fiat currency transactions onto Algorand's protocol......»»
UD+P, Hacker selected to develop prime downtown Beaverton parcel
Planners want the project to bring walkability and economic and social diversity to the downtown area......»»
Birmingham nonprofit receives large state grant
A Birmingham nonprofit is getting a financial boost to continue providing services to Hispanic victims of crime in four area counties. The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is providing $690,088 in grants to Hispanic Interest Coalit.....»»
Entrepreneur transforming Carmichael "eyesore" into coffee shop
When he decided to bring a coffee franchise to the Sacramento area, Danny Phung could've opted for an easy location. Instead, Phung focused on what he calls an "eyesore of Carmichael." In October, he hopes to open PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans at 5146 .....»»
Western Health Advantage cuts jobs after disappointing Bay Area expansion
The Sacramento-based health plan is eliminating about 16 positions after a partnership failed to bring the sales anticipated......»»
Telco equipment firm takes Roseville space, anticipating growth
Anixter International Inc. is consolidating some of its Sacramento area offices into one larger location, in a move that will bring about 105 jobs to Roseville......»»
Top Tech Giants Are Investing in AI, Here"s How You Could Too
Artificial Intelligence could boost global productivity and induce fast-paced economic growth in a decade, so this is a profitable area to invest. Artificia.....»»
Iranian Official Says Blockchain Could Deliver Economic Boost
An Iranian official has reportedly said that integrating blockchain could bring a tech-based boost to the country's economy......»»
Lucky Box plans cannabis golf tournament as City Council debates approval process for cannabis events
An area cannabis company is looking to bring more green to the game of golf. Lucky Box, a Sacramento-based cannabis subscription service that sends monthly boxes of curated cannabis products to subscribers, is planning a cannabis golf tournament .....»»
Table of Experts: Future of Sacramento
Welcome to our panel discussion on the future of the Sacramento Region. Today, we’re joined by experts from the County of Sacramento, Stantec, Valley Vision, and the Greater Sacramento Economic Council. We’ll explore economic growth, sustainabilit.....»»
This Tennessee city could be the right spot for your business — here’s why (video)
Sarah Haston, economic development director, city of Lebanon, explains why Lebanon, Tennessee, is the intelligent choice for growing your business through relocation or expansion. Lebanon is a thriving community nestled in the heart of Tennessee. Wi.....»»
Trump 2.0 would be destructive for the economy, as the former president embraces "crank" doctrine and economic fantasy, Paul Krugman says
Trump's first term showed he's prone to "magical thinking," and his economic doctrine would hobble growth and stoke inflation in a second term, Krugman said. Getty/Drew Angerer Trump's re-election could bring loads of problem.....»»
UMB chairman says $2B acquisition of Denver-based bank will benefit St. Louis-area customers
The transaction, pending regulatory and shareholder approval, would boost UMB’s assets from $44 billion to $64.5 billion while staying at a 67% loan-to-deposit ratio, said Mariner Kemper, chairman and CEO of UMB Financial Corp......»»
Daily Digest: Allstate eyes California return; Firm to cut 1,000 jobs after financial error
Good morning, Bay Area. In the economy, U.S. economic growth slid to an almost two-year low last quarter while inflation also ticked up and GDP increased at a 1.6% annualized rate, below all economists’ forecasts. All this while the econom.....»»
Latinos contribute more to Houston GDP growth than non-Latinos, study shows
Houston's Latino population contributes more to the economic growth of the metropolitan area than the region's non-Latino population, a new study shows......»»
Satellite communications startup seeks to locate HQ, manufacturing plant in Arlington
The aerospace company could bring in more than 3,000 jobs to Arlington and surrounding areas. A critical vote on up to $50 million in economic incentives is coming soon. Read on for more about the potential deal and impact......»»