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Oaklands economy shows signs of stabilization post-pandemic, with healthcare leading job growth. However, professional services, retail, education, construction, and finance sectors face challenges. Home values dropped, but buyers still bid over asking prices. Hospitality is slowly recovering, with hotel occupancy at 62.3% last year. The ports container traffic remains steady, and the airports cargo remains strong. Growth varies by neighborhood, with East Oaklands District seven seeing job and home permit increases, while West Oaklands District three lost jobs. The city lost nearly 1,100 retail spots since early 2020. Despite challenges, downtown Oakland attracts more visitors due to improved safety, cultural spots, and rising BART ridership.

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