Utah continues to dominate the best national state lists, reinforcing its economic development reputation. U.S. News & World Report Best States 2026: Utah was ranked No. 1 overall for the fourth consecutive year, the longest streak since the rankings began. Utah’s strong showings included Economy (No. 2), Fiscal Stability (No. 2), Infrastructure (No. 4), Education […]
Read moreFor the 19th consecutive year, Utah has secured the number one spot for Economic Outlook in the latest Rich States, Poor States report. Published annually by the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), the 2026 edition of the State Economic Competitiveness Index highlights Utah’s consistent dominance in fiscal policy and growth potential. The ALEC-Laffer Ranking The […]
Read moreUtah consistently demonstrates strong economic performance, frequently securing top national rankings for overall economic outlook and Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth. A recent in-depth analysis from the Economic Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah) and Utah industry association 47G, highlighted the significant economic impact of Utah’s aerospace and defense sector. In 2023, this industry alone accounted […]
Read moreThe state of Utah has earned significant economic accolades in recent years, solidifying its reputation as a top-performing state for business, growth, and quality of life. Here are just a few of the Beehive State’s recent highlights. Economic Honors No. 1 State for Economic Outlook (18th Consecutive Year) The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) ranked […]
Read moreThe Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area recently ranked No. 6 in LinkedIn’s Workforce Confidence survey, a study that highlights the top 10 metro areas where individuals’ overall optimism is running the highest. In addition, for the 15th year in a row, Utah is the No. 1 state in the nation for its economic outlook, based […]
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