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Arizona climbs on ranking of best states for business

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Posted at 1:25 PM, May 13, 2019
and last updated 2019-05-13 16:25:21-04

PHOENIX — Arizona's reputation as one of the best states for business is improving, according to an annual survey.

Chief Executive magazine revealed this week its yearly ranking of all 50 states and their friendliness toward business. With thousands of new jobs and strong economic growth, Arizona climbed two spots this year to land at No. 7.

The magazine's 2019 "Best and Worst States for Business" survey captures poll results and feedback from CEOs from across the country, taking a barometer for chief executive moods and economic development.

To find out more about Arizona's ranking, read the full story from the Phoenix Business Journal.