LABJ SPECIAL REPORTS
Special Report: Real Estate Quarterly — Q4 2019
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Demand, prices and activity were at high levels in L.A.'s real estate market during the fourth quarter.
2020 Philanthropy Special Report
Innovative L.A. companies and dedicated business leaders are at the forefront of the city's substantial philanthropic efforts.
The Problem Solver
When it comes to his community, low-key Anthony Pritzker is highly engaged
Anthony Pritzker shares his approach to philanthropy, which combines business with financial giving and a considerable amount of engagement.
A Giving Mood
Innovative local companies embrace volunteerism to connect with workers and their communities
Businesses taking note of employees' benefits preferences are embracing social responsibility programs to boost recruitment, retention and productivity.
Special Report: Businesses Moving Boldly into the New Year
2020 Year-Ahead Preview
These are the key companies, trends and topics to watch in 2020.
Infrastructure: Get set for a year of massive openings and major executive moves
2020 Year-Ahead Special Report
Not only is 2020 shaping up to be a momentous year for the completion of massive infrastructure projects in Los Angeles County, it also will mark transitions at two major infrastructure entities.
Real Estate: A hot market figures to stay that way
2020 Year-Ahead Special Report
Local real estate executives and industry observers predict continued growth across asset classes along with evolving tactics for 2020.
Banking & Finance: Leaning into technology and looking to cut costs
Los Angeles banking and finance in the year ahead will be shaped by technological innovation, cost-cutting and a possible economic slowdown, local experts predict.
Venture Capital: Firms will find opportunities exist amid uncertainty
Venture capitalists in Los Angeles see opportunities for the year ahead — regardless of the state of the economy.
Arts & Institutions: The Academy Museum is almost ready for its closeup
L.A.’s investment in its cultural capital has increased markedly over the past few years with the announcement of a number of splashy new or expanded museums or arts institutions fueled by mega-donations.
Sports Business: SoFi’s opening, Dodger Stadium’s upgrades and several big events
The heart of L.A.’s 2020 sports business calendar will almost certainly be the July opening of SoFi Stadium at Hollywood Park in Inglewood.
Health Care & Biomed: Arrowhead looks to maintain positive momentum
Two companies appear to be heading in opposite directions this year in the biomed and health care space.
Entertainment: Streaming is set to draw an even bigger crowd
The streaming universe, which saw the arrival of two major players in 2019, will become even more crowded in the year ahead.
Tech: SpaceX enters launch mode while telecoms look to dial up 5G
Home of L.A.’s most innovative technology companies made bold promises in 2019. Now investors and consumers will be watching closely to see if they can deliver in 2020.
Trade & Retail: Ports grapple with changes from trade war and AB5
For the roughly 17,000 truckers who transport goods in and out of the Los Angeles and Long Beach ports, 2020 brings much uncertainty.
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