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Disney's Moana 2 Shifts Jobs, $178M from California

5/3/2025

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The Walt Disney Company's choice to create Moana 2 in Vancouver instead of California has sent shockwaves through the state's animation sector. A recent report indicates that California stands to lose 817 jobs and a staggering $178 million in GDP. Without attractive incentives, the Golden State's animation legacy hangs in the balance as opportunities shift abroad.

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The Walt Disney Company's choice to create Moana 2 in Vancouver instead of California has sent shockwaves through the state's animation sector. A recent report indicates that California stands to lose 817 jobs and a staggering $178 million in GDP. Without attractive incentives, the Golden State's animation legacy hangs in the balance as opportunities shift abroad.