CNBC's Top States 2018 highlights an epic battle for business and jobs

16 Jul 2018


The war between the states for business and jobs has never been more intense. The high-profile fight for Amazon's $5 billion HQ2 second headquarters leads the pack, but there are thousands of smaller site selection skirmishes playing out across the country. And it's never been more complicated, thanks to worker shortages, immigration crackdowns, trade tensions and tax reforms.

Then there are this November's elections, with 36 states choosing governors.

It is time once again for America's Top States for Business to put it all in perspective. Our 12th annual study of state competitiveness is coming soon.

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