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Study: Hanford-Corcoran shows high job growth rate

The Hanford-Corcoran area ranked 28th for job growth among small cities, according to a study released by New Geography. 

Survey: Valley economy expected to continue to expand

The overall business conditions index for the Valley improved for the third straight month in April.The overall San Joaquin Valley Business Conditions Index for April came in at 52.1, marking the third straight month the index increased, as reported on Tuesday by the Craig School of Business at Fresno State. 

UOP forecasts slow recovery for Fresno, state

Fresno is not exempt from the state’s anticipated slow recovery, according to the Business Forecasting Center at the University of the Pacific, which released its California & Metro Forecast on Tuesday. 

Mexican Consulate holding exporting workshop

The Consulate of Mexico in Fresno will hold a workshop for individuals and companies looking to export to Mexico on Wednesday at the Piccadilly Inn Express. 

Survey indicates moderate economic optimism

There appears to be an optimistic economic outlook for the near future for the San Joaquin Valley, according to a survey released on Monday by California State University, Fresno’s Craig School of Business. 

Report: Fresno ranks poorly in economic recovery

Report ranks Fresno low in economic recoveryFresno was listed as one of the slowest cities to recover from the recession, according to a recent report that showed little gains in jobs and economic output.

Cocola named Hue Award recipient at diversity expo

Gary Cocola of Cocola Broadcasting will be the inaugural recipient of the Hue Award at the Central Valley Business Diversity Expo on March 28 at the University Square Hotel in Fresno. 

Taxable sales increase in California

Taxable sales in California were on the rise in the fourth quarter of 2010, according to the latest data from the Board of Equalization.

Azteca 39 honored by Hispanic chamber

Azteca 39Local Spanish programming television station Azteca America 39 will be honored as the Central California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Member of the Year at its annual gala on March 9 in Fresno.

Index: Positive Valley biz conditions driven by strong exports

Fresno State's San Joaquin Valley Business Conditions IndexA key economic index that monitors the San Joaquin Valley showed positive growth last month — the first time since November 2011.