Best/Worst States for Business 2012: Biggest Gains from 2011
May 2 2012 by ChiefExecutive.net
No. 15
North Dakota Gains 6 Spots in 2012
Taxation and Regulations
Workforce Quality
Living Environment
Based on CEO Survey by ChiefExecutive.net
| Ranking Change from 2011 |
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| 2012 Rank— 15 |
| 2011 Rank— 21 |
| Total change— 6 |
| Development Trend Indicator—Positive |
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| Drilling makes frothy economy ever better, creating growth and opportunity. |
| CEO Comments |
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| “North Dakota and Texas clearly provide the best business climate due primarily to limited and sensible regulations and taxation.” |
