Business Facilities

AUGUST 1, 2014

The Texas capital edged the Louisiana capital for this year’s growth prize, but the outlook in both of these cities is so robust we’re tempted to retire the category and declare these two locations permanent winners. Your eyes weren’t deceiving you when you saw Detroit, MI sitting at No. 10 in our Economic Growth Potential metro ranking.

Metro 111

Metro Detroit Austin Baltimore 111

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APRIL 15, 2014

Right-to-Work State: Union membership in Kansas is 6.8%, well below the national average. LOUISIANA – updated for 2014. Research & Development Tax Credit: Provides up to a 40% tax credit for Louisiana businesses (based on employment) that conduct research and development activities in Louisiana.

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

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MARCH 21, 2014

LOUISIANA FASTSTART™ is a workforce development program, providing customized workforce recruitment, screening, training development and training delivery to eligible, new or expanding companies – all at no cost. The tax credit depends on the number of Louisiana resident employees.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75