North Carolina has once again claimed the top spot in CNBC’s annual “Top States for Business” rankings, marking the third time in the past four years the state has received the honor.

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 ...

Landing atop the much-watched list gives the Tar Heel State bragging rights. It could also help North Carolina get more jobs.

It’s the result of deliberate, durable reform. North Carolina’s “Best for Business” rankings from CNBC of selected categories since 2007. Lower scores reflect higher rankings.

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — North Carolina is back on top as the best state for business in the country, recapturing its top ranking in the annual CNBC rankings unveiled on Thursday morning.

North Carolina rose in CNBC rankings after 2011 reforms led by GOP legislators. Key gains were driven by tax and regulation changes; weaknesses persist in infrastructure. Future success hinges on ...

A new study revealed major differences between North Carolina and South Carolina, with the Palmetto State receiving poor ...

North Carolina earned the No. 1 spot in CNBC’s rankings for the third time in four years. The network scored each state on 10 categories, including economy, infrastructure, and workforce.

North Carolina has retaken a key title belt in the no-holds-barred arena of economic development. Finance network CNBC on Thursday named the Tar Heel State the best state to do business in the ...