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Inflation, economic stress linked to rising shoplifting, new survey finds

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A new national survey suggests that while inflation and economic pressures are playing a significant role in shoplifting behavior, the issue is far more complicated than simply blaming poverty. The findings come from research highlighted by Tad Nelson & Associates using survey data from LendingTree, which found that 90% of respondents who admitted to shoplifting…

California’s economic growth expected to continue slowly with few jobs

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Boosted by investments in AI, a revitalized aerospace industry and a growing U.S. defense budget, California’s economic growth is expected to continue outpacing the nation, according to a forecast from the UCLA Anderson School of Management. However, tariffs, deportations and high energy prices are likely to somewhat slow growth, though it should pick up next…