TEXAS RANKED BEST STATE FOR BUSINESS FOR 15TH STRAIGHT YEAR

The Lone Star State tops Chief Executive's 15th annual Best and Worst States for Business survey.

Texas secured the No. 1 spot on Chief Executive’s Best and Worst State for Business survey. Texas achieved the top spot each year since the ranking's inception.

The rankings reflect CEO perceptions of best and worst states for business based on a range of key measures. The Lone Star State's dominance in this ranking is thanks to its hospitable business climate, top-notch workforce and high quality of life.

Texas was followed once again by Florida at No. 2, while North Carolina fell to No. 4, replaced by Tennessee at No. 3, and Indiana remained at No. 5.

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