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North Carolina, Perennial Top State for Business

For six consecutive years, CNBC has ranked North Carolina as either #1 or #2 in its annual America's Top States for Business rankings. With a world-class workforce, competitive business climate, and strong economy, North Carolina is where companies choose to invest, innovate, and grow.

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JetZero Selects North Carolina for $4.7B Production Facility; Will Create Over 14,500 Jobs

JetZero has announced a $4.7 billion investment for a production facility at the Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTI) in Greensboro, North Carolina – with plans to create more than 14,500 jobs. The factory will be located on PTI property, and will house production for the company’s commercial all-wing design airplane, the Z4.

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Amazon Plans to Invest $10 Billion in Richmond County North Carolina for AI Infrastructure

Amazon Web Services has announced it is planning to invest $10 billion to launch a new high-tech cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) innovation campus just east of Charlotte in Richmond County, creating at least 500 new high-paying jobs.

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Whether your business has roots in North Carolina or you want to relocate your business here, NC is primed for you to succeed.

NC At a Glance

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Lowest Corporate Tax Rate in the US

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#1
State for Workforce
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4
International Airports and 2 Major Seaports
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Cost of living 5% below the national average

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#1
in Renewable Energy Leadership
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Strategically-Located Megasites
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