Tri-county unemployment rate ticks down in December
The unemployment rate in California dropped a half a percentage point between November and December, while the tri-county job picture improved by a much smaller margin, according to data released Jan. 21 by the California Employment Development Department. The statewide unemployment rate was 6.5% in December, down from 7% in November, the biggest month-to-month improvement Read More →
In this COVID wave, businesses must make their own public health decisions
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Inogen shares drop despite projected revenue growth
Goleta-based Inogen expects minor revenue growth in the fourth quarter of 2021 but major growth for the full fiscal year, according to preliminary estimates the company released Jan. 10. The portable oxygen concentrator manufacturer expects to see revenue in the range of $75.9 million to $76.9 million for the three months ended December 31, growth Read More →
Sientra shares up after company releases 2021 revenue estimates
The Goleta-based breast implant manufacturer Sientra expects growth in the fourth quarter of 2021 and estimates its “highest-ever breast products yearly revenue” of up to $81 million for the full year, the company said Jan. 10. Sientra reported that its preliminary unaudited revenue from operations for the fourth quarter of 2021 is expected to be Read More →
Sonos wins ruling that Google violated its patents
The U.S. International Trade Commission ruled in favor of Santa Barbara-based Sonos once again on Jan. 6, with a finding that Google infringed on five Sonos patents relating to smart speakers and audio. The ITC reaffirmed its decision from August, stating that Google violated section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 by infringing on Read More →
2022 Ag Forecast: Inflation, labor, water top growers’ concerns
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2022 Tourism Forecast: Business travel looks slower to recover than leisure
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