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Labor Day 2026: North Carolina ranks best for business economy, dead last for workers
North Carolina is consistently ranked among America’s top states for business. But a new ranking by Oxfam lists the state dead last in this year’s 2026 Best States to Work Index. Oxfam, a global nonpr...
Labor Day 2026: North Carolina ranks best for business economy, dead last for workers
North Carolina is ranked among "America’s Top States for Business.” But a new ranking by Oxfam lists the state dead last in this year's 2026 Best States to Work Index.
Dead Last. Now What?
Hawai‘i has just been named the worst state in America to do business in CNBC's 2026 "America's Top States for Business" rankings. Hawaii Business Magazine's BOSS Survey backs up what the CNBC ranking suggests: a majority – 57% – told researchers that Hawai‘i is now a worse place to run a business than it was five years ago.
Texas Business
Texas is one of the top states for businesses to thrive and grow. This week, we’ll explore our state's booming business sector with the help of non-profits, business advisors and advocates.
Virginia Ranks Third in CNBC’s America’s Top States for Business
CNBC released its annual rankings of America’s Top States for Business in 2026 last month. Virginia ranked third in the list of 50 states across 10 broad categories…
Washington climbs in CNBC’s Top States for Business ranking, but concerns about costs remain
The improvement reflects strengths in the state’s economy, workforce and quality of life, but the report also points to areas where Washington is losing ground.
Oklahoma slips to No. 39 in CNBC’s Top States for Business rankings
Oklahoma ranked 39th in CNBC's top states for business, dropping two spots with strong business costs but weak workforce and economy scores.
Virginia rises one place to No. 3 in CNBC list
Virginia rose to no. 3 in CNBC's top states for business, boosted by infrastructure ranking despite economic challenges and new data center tax concerns.
Connecticut notches its best ever finish in CNBC state business rankings
Connecticut climbed to 23rd in CNBC's Top States for Business rankings. We asked the man behind the study what the state is doing right—and where it's falling behind.
Here's where Wisconsin ranks among best states for business
USA TODAY NETWORK Wisconsin is the 22nd best state for business, according to a new analysis by CNBC. The America’s Top States for Business
Colorado drops significantly in national business rankings
Colorado, which sate as a top 10 state in CNBC's Top States for Business rankings from 2007-22, now places 25th.
The 10 best state economies in America in 2026
Economy is one of the most important categories in CNBC’s annual America’s Top States for Business rankings. Several states stand out for economic strength.
Ohio ranked No. 1 state for business by CNBC in 2026
Ohio earned the top spot in CNBC's 2026 Top States for Business rankings, with the network citing the state's low business costs, strong infrastructure and workforce investments.
Alaska ranks 49th in ‘Top States for Business’ survey; Dunleavy uses low score to pitch gasline
The Last Frontier has finished near or at the bottom of annual CBC survey during its 20-year history.
Virginia Climbs to No. 3 in CNBC's 2026 Top States for Business — Here's What Moved the Needle
Gov. Spanberger credits strategic investments and affordability gains, while a methodology change rewarding infrastructure does some of the heavy lifting.
Virginia climbs to third spot in CNBC ‘Top States for Business’ rankings
Gov. Spanberger touts legislative agenda and workforce development measures, along with years-long infrastructure projects as contributing factors.
Ohio takes best spot for business as North Carolina slips from No. 1 ranking
After enjoying the coveted title of "Top State for Business" in 2025, North Carolina slipped to the No. 2 position in CNBC's 2026 "America's Top States for Business" ranking.
Virginia ranked No. 3 in CNBC’s ‘America’s Top States for Business 2026′ report
Virginia is climbing the ranks, rising to the No. 3 spot in CNBC’s “America’s Top States for Business 2026″ report, up from No. 4 in 2025.
Virginia climbs to third spot in CNBC ‘Top States for Business’ rankings
States that achieve the top bracket are considered the best in the nation for attracting or retaining companies and supporting regional economies.
Virginia ranks third in nationwide business study
Virginia is named one of “America’s Top States for Business” in a recent study by CNBC.
Gov. Whitmer announces Michigan ranked #6 in best states for doing business
LANSING – On Thursday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer celebrated Michigan’s No. 6 ranking from CNBC’s America’s Top States for Business, earning a Top 10 ranking for a fifth time under Governor Whitmer’s leadership and representing a massive leap from No. 24 at the start of her administration in 2019. “Michigan is a place where everyone can […]
NC ranks #2 for business nationally, but trails in cost of living and education
North Carolina ranked second in CNBC’s 2026 America’s Top States for Business study, released Thursday, slipping from first place after ranking at the top in 2025.
Virginia climbs back to No. 3 in CNBC’s top states for business rankings
Virginia has climbed a spot in CNBC's annual ranking of the best states for business, a year after federal job cuts helped knock it out of the No. 1 position. The state placed third in the 2026 rankings released today (Thursday), up from fourth last year. Ohio took the top spot for the first time,
America's Top States for Business 2026: Arkansas comes in as most improved
CNBC's Scott Cohn reports on 2026's Top States for Business.
Despite business angst, Washington climbs in CNBC’s state rankings — but still trails its former standing
Washington climbed three spots to No. 11 in CNBC's annual America's Top States for Business rankings, up from No. 14 last year, suggesting that many of the state's underlying competitive strengths remain intact even as debate over its business climate has intensified.
How all 50 U.S. states performed over 20 years of Top States for Business
Across 20 years of CNBC's America's Top States for Business rankings, some states have proven to be consistent winners, and others to be perennial dogs.
NJ Falls to 31st in CNBC Top States for Business Rankings; 50th in Business Friendliness
New Jersey dropped to 31st overall in CNBC’s 2026 Top States for Business rankings, announced Thursday morning, while also be dinged with a 50th ranking
Virginia ranked No. 3 in CNBC Top States for Business list
Virginia is ranked third in the annual CNBC Top States for Business list, up one spot from last year, the news network announced Thursday morning.
NJBIA Statement on NJ’s Ranking in CNBC’s Top States for Business for 2026, Lowest Ranking for Business Friendliness
NJBIA President & CEO Michele Siekerka issued the following statement regarding New Jersey’s placement of 31st overall in CNBC’s ranking of America’s
Connecticut climbs five spots in CNBC's Top States for Business rankings
State posts gains despite continued challenges in business costs and affordability.
2. North Carolina
North Carolina is ranked No. 2 in America's Top States for Business for 2026.
America's Top States for Business 2026: See the full rankings and where your state finished
CNBC's annual study puts all 50 states to the test across 138 metrics and 10 categories of competitiveness. These are America's Top States for Business.
48. Rhode Island
Rhode Island is ranked #48 in America's Top States for Business for 2026.
America’s Top States for Business 2026: A look at the runners-up
CNBC's Scott Cohn discusses the runners-up for CNBC's 2026 Top States for Business.
America's Top States for Business 2026: Here's the final hint
CNBC's Scott Cohn provides a final hint as to the Top State for Business in 2026 ahead of Thursday's annual reveal.
America's Top States for Business 2026: Here's hint #4
CNBC's Scott Cohn discusses what it will take to be the 2026 Top State for Business, and provides another 'diabolical hint' ahead of Thursday's annual reveal.
America's Top States for Business 2026: Here's hint #3
CNBC's Scott Cohn discusses what it will take to be the 2026 Top State for Business, and provides another 'diabolical hint' ahead of Thursday's annual reveal.
America's Top States for Business 2026: Who will be No. 1? Here's hint No. 2
Scott Cohn discusses what it will take to be the 2026 Top State for Business, and provides another 'diabolical hint' ahead of Thursday's annual reveal.
America's Top States for Business 2026: A sneak peek
CNBC's Scott Cohn joins Squawk Box to discuss America's Top States for Business 2026, with the full rankings set to be released on Wednesday.
Top States for Business: Pennsylvania's Gov. Shapiro on data center backlash
CNBC's Scott Cohn joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to share his conversation with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro on data centers and red tape in the state.
America's Top States for Business 2026: The war on red tape
CNBC's Scott Cohn joins 'Squawk Box' with his latest report on America's Top States for Business 2026.
2026 America’s Top States for Business: How we are ranking all 50 U.S. states
America's Top States for Business rankings reflect the measures states are using to attract corporations amid urgency to build new facilities across the U.S.
To be America's Top State for Business in 2026, 'speed to market' wins
CNBC’s 2026 America’s Top States for Business rankings is a race as companies chase record investments in AI and defense in deciding where to locate.