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The U.S. stock market kicked off July with impressive momentum, as key indices reached new all-time highs. In a week marked by solid gains, the Nasdaq Composite took the lead, climbing 0.8% to notch its 22nd record close of the year. Similarly, the S&P 500 advanced by 0.6%, securing its 32nd record close for 2024.

Golden State Review Contributor·July 7, 2024

Transforming One of SF’s Busiest Neighborhoods San Francisco’s South of Market (SoMa) district is set to receive a $1 billion revitalization, city officials announced on July 6, 2024. The ambitious project aims to address uneven development in the area by building affordable housing, modernizing infrastructure, and creating green spaces. Affordable Housing and Community Investment A

Golden State Review Contributor·July 6, 2024

The U.S. economy exhibited robust resilience in the second quarter of 2024, recording a solid 3% growth. This performance highlights the nation’s ability to sustain economic momentum despite the persistent challenges posed by rising interest rates and inflationary pressures. This growth is largely attributed to a combination of strong consumer spending and business investment, key

Golden State Review Contributor·June 30, 2024

In a recent decision, the Federal Reserve announced it would keep interest rates unchanged, a move reflecting the central bank’s cautious approach as it navigates ongoing economic uncertainty. With inflation still above its 2% target and emerging signs of a slowdown in economic activity, the Fed has opted for a more measured strategy, holding off

Golden State Review Contributor·June 21, 2024

In June 2024, U.S. business activity reached its highest level in 26 months, signaling a significant phase of recovery in the economy. This surge, driven by an increase in employment and a marked decline in inflationary pressures, is providing a brighter outlook for the nation’s economic future. According to the S&P Global flash U.S. Composite

Golden State Review Contributor·June 14, 2024

As June 2024 begins, a wave of significant layoffs in the tech industry is making headlines, with Microsoft and Alphabet’s Google both announcing substantial workforce reductions. This marks another chapter in an ongoing trend of layoffs that have plagued the tech world recently, as companies continue to adjust to shifting market conditions, economic instability, and

Golden State Review Contributor·June 7, 2024

The final days of May marked a pivotal shift in global trade relations and market dynamics, with developments that are likely to influence the trajectory of both business operations and investor outlook in the months to come. Central to these shifts was the announcement of a major collaboration between U.S. Steel and Japan’s Nippon Steel,

Golden State Review Contributor·May 25, 2024

The latest economic data from mid-May paints a mixed picture of the U.S. economy, signaling both growth and ongoing concerns about inflation. According to the flash Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) surveys by S&P Global, which track economic activity in the manufacturing and services sectors, the U.S. economy showed signs of resilience. The combined PMI for

Golden State Review Contributor·May 19, 2024

In the second week of May, global financial markets experienced significant volatility due to President Donald Trump’s renewed threats of imposing tariffs on foreign goods. This move rekindled trade tensions between the United States and key global trading partners, particularly China and the European Union. The proposed tariffs, which targeted vital sectors such as technology

Golden State Review Contributor·May 12, 2024

The first week of May brought an unexpected surge in U.S. stock markets, propelled primarily by strong earnings from some of the nation’s leading tech companies. While economic indicators presented a mixed picture, major stock indices finished the week on a high note, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbing 1.2%, the S&P 500 advancing

Golden State Review Contributor·May 5, 2024