Recently on Business Update with Mark Lacter

California's unemployment numbers have different meanings

KPCC's business analyst Mark Lacter explains what the latest unemployment numbers mean for Californians.

California's $16 billion problem

KPCC's business analyst Mark Lacter sounds like a broken record when it comes to California's finances.

Herbalife CEO rakes in the cash during 2011

KPCC's business analyst Mark Lacter tells us an executive from LA had a very lucrative year.

Competition in the sluggish U.S. housing market

KPCC's business analyst Mark Lacter explains why the weak housing market has a competitive side.

Cuts to L.A. Superior Court; April income taxes help California's financial situation

KPCC's business analyst Mark Lacter says it may be tough to get quick service at L.A. Superior Court. He also explains why income taxes are particularly helping California during April.

Consumers increase spending in U.S.; taxes in California

KPCC's business analyst Mark Lacter says consumers in the U.S. are spending more money. He also discusses taxes in California.

Possibility of L.A. bankruptcy; gas prices continue to fall in Southland

KPCC's business analyst Mark Lacter says the city of Los Angeles probably won't be going bankrupt. He also explains the recent drop in gasoline prices.

Financial details about the Dodgers' sale; latest on potential football stadium in downtown LA

KPCC's business analyst Mark Lacter says we may not find out everything about the Dodgers' sale. He also tells us that AEG is not only looking to build a football stadium in downtown LA - it may even try to buy a team.

Future gas prices; Start-up businesses in LA and Orange County

KPCC's business analyst Mark Lacter describes the factors that go into the cost of gasoline. He also explains why there are plenty of start-up businesses in the Southland, despite high unemployment.

LA still lags rest of nation in job creation

KPCC's business analyst Mark Lacter explains why the Southland continues to trail the nation when it comes to creating jobs.