Where does Texas rank in the CNBC state ranking of business conditions?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on July 23, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses where Texas ranks in the CNBC state rankings for business.
Some Work to Do
Column Published in syndication August 05, 2026We are accustomed to Texas topping virtually every ranking relating to the economy--most major corporate locations and expansions, top CEO perceptions, highest investment, and many others. By one measure, however, the results are more of a mixed bag. The list of top states for business compiled annually by CNBC, takes a broader perspective across multiple dimensions. Viewed through this comprehensive lens, the news is not all good.