
New economic outlook optimistic but warns of ‘wild cards’ that could send things spiraling
A second outbreak will have even worse damage

Study: Aggressive lockdowns need to last more than six weeks to contain COVID-19
People around the world are wondering how long COVID-restrictions have to last in order to curtail the pandemic. A research study on 36 countries and 50 U.S. states has found that aggressive intervention to contain COVID-19 must be maintained for at least 44 days. The study is co-authored by Professor...

Economic turmoil expected through second quarter of 2020
COVID-19 will deliver a blow but how bad it will be is yet to be seen

Inland Empire helps drive California’s economic expansion
The region has a higher share of job growth than the nation, California as a whole, and neighboring Southern California metros

Inland Empire business activity outpacing U.S. GDP growth
Local manufacturing industry remains a key growth sector

Governor’s initiative misunderstands inland California’s economies
‘Regions Rise Together’ comparison to coastal regions may distort policy direction

Business size matters when it comes to economic growth
New analysis finds small businesses are powering establishment growth, but medium and large firms contribute more to job gains

Inland Empire business activity jumps following first quarter slowdown
New analysis reveals region’s most and least competitive industries

Inland Empire wage gains continue
Wage growth still trails state but fuels impressive jumps in local taxable sales

How to improve corporate social and environmental responsibility
Targeted violation reports are more likely to encourage vertical integration and reward “good” firms

Grads and jobs: It pays to stay local
A UCR report finds more than 80% of graduates start their careers in California.

Inland Empire outpacing California in business establishment growth
Region has more than offset establishment losses from the ‘Great Recession’

Networking in life and business
This Nigeria native came to UC Riverside ready to make friends and learn about finance.

Conspicuous slowdown in business activity hits Inland Empire
Region’s job growth underperforms state for first time since 2012

What's behind Southern California's housing crunch?
Local land use decisions and opposition cause the region to lag behind, especially in affordable housing

Inland Empire wage growth continues in tight labor market
The regions's home affordability helps local labor force expand