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Vulcan Elements becomes JDIG investment
Triangle start-up promises to bring 1,000 jobs to Johnston County.
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Durham rare-earth start-up receives $1.4B federal investment
The investments will fund the construction, commission, and operation of a 10,000 metric ton magnet facility.
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State leaders visit Asia to promote NC economy
State leaders, including Gov. Josh Stein and Labor Commissioner Luke Farley, have recently traveled to Asia to make the case for why global companies should invest in NC.
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Who’s pro-business? New report ranks lawmakers’ voting record
Republicans as a whole outranked Democrats in the legislature, but two NC Democrats outranks some Republican members.
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The ‘Coolest Thing Made in NC’ semifinalists announced
North Carolina’s manufacturing pride is on full display as the NC Chamber revealed the 30 semifinalists for its annual “Coolest Thing Made in NC” online competition. The statewide contest, now in its sixth year, has become a celebration of the state’s innovation, creativity, and importance. This year’s competition set a record with 188 nominees, drawing 12,900 votes in...
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NC businesses increase purchase of foreign goods amid tariff uncertainty
Uncertainty tariffs has caused business owners to stockpile goods in anticipation of future price increases, causing NC imports to rise 40% year-to-date in 2025.
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Apex to be home of future Duke-UNC children’s hospital
"We are thrilled to help bring this vision to a reality." — Brad Briner, NC treasurer.
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North Carolina ranks 1st in the nation for business
The annual ranking evaluates all 50 states across 135 metrics in 10 key categories of competitiveness, including economy, business friendliness, workforce, infrastructure, and more. The Tar Heel State has been a top performer in the annual survey in recent years, claiming the number one spot in 2022 and 2023, and finishing second in 2021 and 2024.
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Pharmaceutical company to build manufacturing facility in NC
Pharmaceutical company Genentech is expected to come to Holly Springs, with assistance from a JDIG grant.
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Out-of-state clients concerned by rising NC textile prices
The trade war and rising tariffs in the textile industry are impacting business all the way to West Coast.
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NC to host World University Games 2029
The research triangle will host FISU World University Games during the summer of 2029.
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NC Christmas Towns: Winston-Salem twinkles with Christmas spirit
Winston-Salem comes to life with holiday lights and festive activities.
