AI Boom, Main Street Slowdown

Over the last two years, spending on artificial intelligence (AI) has become one of the main engines of U.S. economic growth. Estimates suggest that AI-related capital expenditures contributed more than a full percentage point to U.S. GDP growth in the first half of...

Inland Empire Small Business Outlook 2025

How the Inland Empire is finding stability and strength in a changing economy As Inland Empire entrepreneurs wrap up 2025, the region’s economic outlook is one of cautious optimism. After a slow start to the year, the national economy regained its footing. According...