Category: economic forecast

UC–Irvine Professor Shares Optimistic Economic Outlook

A University of California–Irvine professor shared high financial hopes for Orange County and beyond during a March 25 presentation. During an event hosted by the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce, economist Chris Schwarz forecasted the country bouncing back and returning to normalcy this year. “Things look really good for the economy,” he said. “I do think this is going to be a…


Analyst Delivers Mixed Economic Message to SCAG

A business representative has delivered a mixed economic forecast to members of the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) at the group’s current two-week session. Randall Lewis, a non-voting member and business representative on the council who specializes in real estate, recently gave his regularly scheduled economic assessment to the group, which members say provides…