Exports of California's Information Technology Products

Recent Trends in Exports of California's Information Technology Products
By Jon D. Haveman and Howard J. Shatz

A recent Public Policy Institute of California report documents changing patterns in California’s manufactured information technology exports during the recent boom and bust period (1997-2003).

The report finds that much of the decline in the total value of exports (which dropped by $25 billion or 42% between 2000 and 2003) stemmed from lower purchases of California commodities worldwide.

Finally, it concludes that the vast majority of the drop-off in California’s share of U.S exports stems from redirection of purchases away from California to other states. Explores possible reasons why this has occurred.

Download the report in PDF form here.