Biggest investors bearish but still going global

Article Abstract:

Conway Data Inc reports that the number of new and expanded facilities worldwide has decreased by 27% for 1992 which reflects the effect of the recession on manufacturers. About 19% of the new plants and expansions amounting to $300 million were located outside of the US. Walt Disney Co's $4 billion Euro Disneyland park and $3 billion expansion of the original California park were the biggest facilities for 1992. Automobile manufacturers also accounted for 10 of the 20 biggest facility investments in 1992 despite the decreased motor vehicle production.

Motor vehicles and car bodies, Motion picture & video production, Amusement parks, Evaluation, Automobile industry, Walt Disney Co.

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Ambling economic recovery spurs U.S. manufacturing facility rebound

Article Abstract:

Conway Data Inc reports that there were 2,649 new facilities and expansions, which is the first increase since 1989. The 26% increase in plants was attributed to a rise in corporate profitability and productivity. Economists forecast greater increases for 1993 with lower inventories at 3.4% and increase consumer spending reported for the 3rd qtr 1992. The Dept of Commerce has also predicted that manufacturers will spend about 7.6% more on facilities and equipment in 1993.

Reports, Economic surveys

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Dallas, Charlotte and Orlando: hottest metros for corporate facilities in 1992

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Conway Data reports that 68% of new and expanded corporate facilities for 1992 are located in metropolitan areas. Dallas, TX, which has been ranked first since 1989, again had the most number of new and expanded corporate facilities for 1992 among all metro areas surveyed with 95 facilities. Charlotte, NC, placed second with 79 facilities while Orlando, FL, ranked third with 70 new and expanded facilities.

Metropolitan areas, Dallas, Texas

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