American Riviera sees net income fall in 2024
Santa Barbara-based American Riviera Bank saw net income take a slight dip to end the fiscal year. Announced Jan. 24, ARB noted net income of $8.7 million for the year, down from net income of $10.2 million in 2023. In the fourth quarter of 2024, American Riviera had $2 million in net income, down from Read More →
Guest commentary: The benefits of coworking spaces in the age of work-from-home
By Pamela Tanase More than one-third of Americans now work from home at least part of the time, enjoying the perks of flexible schedules, reduced commutes and the comfort of their own spaces. But working from home can also bring challenges: isolation, household distractions, and limited access to professional amenities. These downsides can make even the most Read More →
Portfolio watch
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Vital signs: Nearly half of companies anticipate layoffs in 2025
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Dubroff: A Central Coast take on the $500B Stargate AI project
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Health briefcase
STAYING HEALTHY As winter illness season reaches its peak, communities across the country are grappling with the combined impact of Covid-19, RSV, influenza, and norovirus. This convergence of viral threats — commonly referred to as a “quad-demic” — is placing significant strain on healthcare systems, workplaces, and families nationwide. According to recent data, influenza activity remains high, Read More →
Street smarts: California green energy car program comes to Central Coast
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