Economic ReportsThe Kyser Center for Economic ResearchEconomic Reports | LA Regional Overviews | StatisticsBusiness/Industry InformationThese reports are produced by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation and made available free-of-charge to the general public as a service to the global community. You may quote a part of a report with proper crediting. If you wish to distribute any of these reports, it must not be part of a for-fee service without our prior authorization, and it must include all pages of the report, including the front and back covers and the copyright information. The reports are in Adobe PDF format. Latest Report2007 Major Business Expansion Activity in Southern California (Released 2008) [PDF 393KB] the number of major business expansions in Southern California during 2007 declined by 17.5 percent to 203 projects. This result was not unexpected given the economic uncertainties that developed over the course of 2007. In addition, conditions in the region’s industrial and office markets also had an impact.
Economic Reports2008-2009 Economic Forecast and Industry Outlook [PDF 911KB] Painfully Slow Growth for California and Southern California in 2008-2009, with “Spot” Recessions. 2007-2008 Economic Forecast Mid-year Update [PDF 1.5KB] Southland Economy Looks Good For Overall Growth, But Spotty Performance by Area and by Industry International Trade Trends & Impacts Report (2007) [PDF 672K] Detailed report on export/import activity through the ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach, Hueneme and the Los Angeles International Airport. Includes both narrative and statistical data.
LA Regional OverviewsEconomic Profiles for Southern California Metropolitan Areas:
Regional Economic Overview & Forecasts for Areas of Los Angeles County:
StatisticsLA Stats (2007) [PDF 1.2 MB] Frequently requested statistics for Los Angeles and surrounding counties on demographics, employment, income, economic base, real estate, retailing, and more. LA 5-County Area Census 2000 data [PDF 1.1 MB]
Business/Industry InformationComplete Roadmaps to Industry Clusters Report [PDF 2.7M] We have documented the support activities for major industry clusters in Los Angeles County. We recognize that it is a "work in progress," as some programs are "hidden," new programs are constantly emerging, and some new industries are in the process of taking shape. The LA County Industry Clusters is also available in sections, broken down by industry sectors:
Manufacturing in Southern California (2007) [PDF 826K] A current profile on manufacturing in Southern California, featuring detailed information on recent trends, vacancy rates and the largest manufacturing sectors. The Auto Industry in Southern California (2006) [PDF 437K] The report covers areas in which Southern California shows its strength in innovative design and customization which is driving the auto industry. 2007 Major Business Expansion Activity in Southern California (Released 2008) [PDF 393KB] the number of major business expansions in Southern California during 2007 declined by 17.5 percent to 203 projects. This result was not unexpected given the economic uncertainties that developed over the course of 2007. In addition, conditions in the region’s industrial and office markets also had an impact. Film Industry Profile of LA County (2005) [PDF 465K] First in a series of studies of this rapidly changing industry. This study covers the industry's impact on the entire Southern California region. Fashion Industry Profile (2003) [PDF 360K] A current profile on the state of the apparel industry in Los Angeles County, emphasizing employment, current statistical trends and net results. Retail Industry Profile (2003) [PDF 900K] A report on the retail industry in the LA area, including narrative, relevant statistics and a roster of major shopping areas and malls in the area.
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