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Ohio Named Top State for Business in CNBC's Rankings

Updated 2026-07-09 12:55 UTC 1 source Positive

Ohio was named the top state for business in 2026, marking a significant milestone after years of improvement. The ranking considers various factors including economic growth and job creation.

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CNBC

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.

2026-07-09 12:41 UTC

CNBC

Ohio is America's Top State for Business in 2026, capping yearslong rise with first No. 1 finish

Ohio tops CNBC's rankings for the first time in 2026, with the Buckeye State culminating a yearslong climb as the place to do business in America.

2026-07-09 12:50 UTC