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economic strength
Coverage of economic strength in the Nexus archive.
- Two new rankings place Louisiana among America’s worst states
Louisiana was ranked second-worst in the U.S. for moving to by ConsumerAffairs in 2026 and fourth-worst for quality of life by CNBC. Both studies highlighted challenges in safety, healthcare, and economic conditions.
- The 10 best state economies in America in 2026
CNBC’s annual America’s Top States for Business rankings highlight the 10 best state economies in 2026, with several states noted for economic strength.