Decline in Filming Activity in Los Angeles

A new report by FilmLA reveals that studios in Los Angeles had the fewest number of onstage shoot days in recorded history, with a significant decline in soundstage occupancy over the past two years due to strikes and global production crunch.

Taylor Swift's Economic Impact with Eras Tour

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour had a positive impact on local economies she visited, boosting consumption and GDP, but the overall macroeconomic effect may be overstated. The tour led to increases in lodging prices and occupancy in cities she performed in, with Chicago experiencing significant growth. The tour is seen as a potential economic catalyst for small economies internationally.