BKM Capital Partners Unveils New White Paper on Manufacturing’s Distinct Economic Ripple Effects

Newport Beach, CA — April 2025 — BKM Capital Partners has released its latest white paper, The Manufacturing Multiplier Effect, highlighting the profound impact that the resurgence of American manufacturing is having on job creation, supply networks, and industrial real estate—particularly within the small-bay sector.

As the U.S. industrial base expands in response to reshoring efforts, government incentives, and renewed interest in domestic production, the ripple effects are increasingly visible in real estate demand. BKM’s research reveals that for every new factory job, up to eight additional roles are created throughout the economy, driving growth across supplier networks, logistics, and service industries. The paper underscores that this cascading economic effect is fueling extraordinary demand for small-bay industrial facilities—multi-tenant warehouses typically under 100,000 sq. ft.—which are ideally positioned to serve the needs of light manufacturers, last-mile distributors, and specialized service providers.

Through data-driven insights and case studies, the report examines how localized supply chain strategies, combined with federal investments like the CHIPS and Inflation Reduction Acts, are pushing vacancy rates down and rental rates up across the small-bay landscape. With 95% of all 2024 industrial leasing activity occurring in spaces under 100,000 sq. ft., BKM emphasizes that small-bay assets are emerging as critical infrastructure in the nation’s evolving industrial economy.

To access the full white paper, click here.