ALEX just completed analysis of CNBC‘s report: “America’s Top States for Business: The Full Rankings” and Texas ranks #3! Ths Study evaluated all 50 states on 128 metrics across 10 categories, weighted by their marketing emphasis. Developed with expert consultation, this data-driven study allows states to earn up to 2,500 points, identifying the best-performing states for business competitiveness.

PS, If you want a copy of the database, just send an email to george@alex.realestate.
Overview
- Ranking Framework: CNBC ranked all 50 states for business competitiveness in 2024.
- Metrics: 128 metrics across 10 categories of competitiveness.
- Weighting: Categories weighted based on their usage in states’ economic development marketing materials.
- Criteria Development: Consulted with business and policy experts, and states.
- Data Sources: Various sources for measuring states’ performance.
- Objective Study: Not an opinion survey, based on measurable data.
Methodology
- Total Points: States can earn up to 2,500 points.
- Categories: 10 broad categories of competitiveness.
- Category Weighting: Weighting reflects the importance of each category as highlighted by states in their marketing materials.
Key Points
- Consultative Approach: Criteria and metrics were developed with input from diverse experts and states.
- Data-Driven: Study relies on data rather than opinions.
- Performance Measurement: States’ performance assessed based on objective data across multiple categories.
- Competitive Ranking: States are ranked based on their total points, with the highest-scoring states being America’s Top States for Business.
ALEX knows more about Texas real estate and individual markets than just about anybody.
If you have any questions, I am always here. Just call, text or email me. Diane
Diane Hart Alexander, MBA, MHA, CEO, Broker
Alexander Tiffany Southwest dba ALEX.realestate
v 713.591.9902
e diane@alex.realestate
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