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For the third time in four years, CNBC has ranked North Carolina as “America’s Top State for Business” in 2025.

For the third time in four years, the Tar Heel State grabbed the No. 1 spot thanks to its strong economy, skilled workforce and pro-business climate.

It earned the distinction for the third time in the past four years due to “a solid economy, a world-class workforce, and a ...

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With a solid economy, a world-class workforce, and a wealth of corporate hospitality, North Carolina is America's Top State for Business in 2025. The Tar Heel State is on a roll. It captured top ...

After losing the Number One ranking to Virginia in 2024, North Carolina has reclaimed bragging rights as the Top State for Business in 2025 according to CNBC. “Our people, state’s business ...

North Carolina is not only winning the CNBC rankings, it's also attracting a steady stream of new business. Get Tri-state area news delivered to your inbox with NBC New York's News Headlines ...

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