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Virginia posted the nation’s 48th-worst job growth from May 2025 to May 2026, shedding 51,400 jobs—the most of any state, led by a steep manufacturing decline (down 4.91% year-to-date). Despite CNBC ranking Virginia No. 3 for business, the data point to a weakening national economy and a growing gap with North Carolina, highlighting the need for Virginia to diversify away from federal jobs and accelerate private-sector growth.
Texas has slipped in CNBC's annual ranking of top states for business, finishing in sixth place this year. After ranking first in 2018, Texas has steadily lost ground in subsequent years. The state's poor performance in life, health, and inclusion, as well as issues with its power grid and education system, contributed to its lower ranking. North Carolina claimed the top spot, with its governor citing restrictive policies in Texas and Florida as reasons for his state's rise. Despite its ranking in CNBC's analysis, Texas continues to fare well in other business environment measures.