[Mick]

Meanwhile it was reported yesterday that California has an unexpected $26 billion budget surplus this year.

There's more than a little bit of that about.  I'm aware of a near-half $billion business that stripped $40 mms+ in costs, anticipating a 20% revenue shrinkage.  Instead, they're going to have a 10% increase.  Still kept the $40 million cost cut.

[Mick]

Meanwhile it was reported yesterday that California has an unexpected $26 billion budget surplus this year.

There's more than a little bit of that about.  I'm aware of a near-half $billion business that stripped $40 mms+ in costs, anticipating a 20% revenue shrinkage.  Instead, they're going to have a 10% increase.  Still kept the $40 million cost cut.