Fundamentals of Urban Investing — Canyon Johnson Urban Funds

Canyon-Johnson is bullish on investing in Urban America for several reasons:

Sustained U.S. population growth

The U.S. population will grow by over 120 million people by 2050, with disproportionate increases in minority and immigrant populations.

Rising consumer preferences for urban living opportunities

Urban living is becoming more desirable due to a number of factors, including rise in gas prices, commute times, cultural amenities & proximity to public transportation services.

Smart growth and global warming policies will drive demand into urban areas

Rapidly rising concerns about global warming, coupled with a shift in infrastructure investment from suburban to urban areas, will increasingly constrain development on the suburban fringe.

Urban areas are the engine of US economic growth

The top 100 MSAs account for 68% of the nation's jobs and 75% of the U.S. GDP despite representing only 12% of the nation's land mass.