RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has announced that 2025 is shaping up to be a historic year for economic development in the state, with a record-breaking 33,000 jobs created and a $23 billion economic impact.
At a news conference Tuesday morning, he highlighted the significant contributions across various regions, including 16,000 jobs in the Triad, 8,000 in Charlotte, 4,000 in the Triangle, and 1,000 in the Sandhills. Industries such as biotech and aerospace have played a major role in this growth, with companies continuing to invest in North Carolina.
Earlier this year, the state was ranked as the top state for business in the country for the third time in four years. Stein credited the state's success to its workforce, emphasizing the importance of education and workforce development.
"The most critical asset that we have when we're out there talking about and selling North Carolina is our people," Stein said. "We have a tremendous workforce, and our K-12, community college, and university systems are key to our success. This is why I continually urge the General Assembly and every other major player to stay on our toes."
In October, the state announced seven new economic development projects, including a magnet factory in Benson that will bring 1,000 jobs and a $1 billion investment.
ABC11's Jamiese Price contributed to this report.