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Assets, Debts, and Wealth in California

Households in California tend to have more wealth than those in other states, but living costs are high and access to the benefits of wealth is unevenly distributed. This report provides essential facts about financial security in our state.

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Powering California’s Future

Thursday, August 21, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–2:15 p.m. PT
SAFE Credit Union Convention Center | Sacramento, CA
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As California works to meet its ambitious clean energy goals, challenges around cost, reliability, and sustainability persist. This half-day conference will bring together experts from across the state to examine the opportunities and obstacles in the energy transition—and explore practical paths to a cleaner energy future.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

California's Transitional Kindergarten Expansion

Monday, June 9, 2025, 11:00–11:30 a.m. PT
Online only
PPIC researchers will discuss a new report on enrollment in California’s Transitional Kindergarten program, which will be open to all four-year-olds in the 2025–26 school year.

Building Civic Knowledge

Thursday, June 12, 2025, 12:00–1:00 p.m. PT
In-Person and Online
Civic education helps young people understand how government works and realize their own power, potential, and responsibilities in society. An expert panel will discuss how we can work together to advance civic knowledge in California today.

Are Company Headquarters Leaving California?

Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 11:00–11:40 a.m. PT
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High-profile companies like Tesla have recently moved their headquarters out of California. Join us to learn more about broader trends in headquarter relocations and the implications for jobs and understanding California’s business climate.

Assets, Debts, and Wealth in California

Thursday, June 26, 2025, 11:00–11:30 a.m. PT
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Wealth is a key precursor to financial security and economic mobility. PPIC researchers will discuss essential facts about wealth in California and the distribution of assets and debts across households.

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