Posts Tagged ‘Competitiveness Data’
Maryland’s Hidden Potential: Why World-Class Assets Aren’t Translating to Economic Leadership
Blog Maryland’s Hidden Potential: Why World-Class Assets Aren’t Translating to Economic Leadership Aug 28, 2025 Maryland is grappling with a significant budget deficit that recent tax increases and spending cuts during the 2025 legislative session have only partially addressed. Despite these measures, economic growth continues to lag behind peer states. The state is outspending its…
Read MoreThe Wake-Up Call Maryland Can’t Ignore
Blog The Wake-Up Call Maryland Can’t Ignore Aug 19, 2025 32nd in business rankings. 9th highest corporate tax rate. Losing nearly 19,000 residents annually to other states. These aren’t just numbers — they’re warning signs. While you’ve been focused on running your business, Maryland has been quietly slipping in the competitiveness race. The question isn’t…
Read MoreMaryland’s Business Climate: Progress in Pockets, But a Warning Sign Overall
Blog Maryland’s Business Climate: Progress in Pockets, But a Warning Sign Overall Jul 15, 2025 The latest CNBC Top States for Business rankings confirm what many Maryland employers already feel on the ground: while there are encouraging signs in certain areas, our state continues to struggle with overall business competitiveness — especially compared to our…
Read MoreTop Trends & Insights from the 2025 Competitiveness Redbook for Maryland
Blog Top Trends & Insights from the 2025 Competitiveness Redbook for Maryland Feb 6, 2025 The 2025 Competitiveness Redbook is here The Maryland Chamber of Commerce is proud to release the 2025 Competitiveness Redbook, our in-depth, data-driven analysis of Maryland’s economic performance across more than 50 critical metrics. Now in its third year, the Redbook…
Read MoreCharting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Business Creation
Blog Charting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Business Creation Dec 23, 2024 Examining Business Creation Trends in Maryland Maryland’s small business sector faces several challenges that affect its overall economic competitiveness. Despite the critical role small businesses play in driving job creation and economic growth, recent data highlights areas where Maryland is trailing other states.…
Read MoreCharting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Transportation
Blog Charting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Transportation Dec 10, 2024 Examining Transportation Trends in Maryland Transportation is the backbone of a thriving economy, and while Maryland has made some progress in areas like road maintenance and public transit usage, significant challenges remain. These issues continue to impact daily commutes, business efficiency and the state’s…
Read MoreCharting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Taxes
Blog Charting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Taxes Nov 26, 2024 Examining Tax Trends in Maryland Maryland’s tax climate has become a significant barrier to the state’s economic competitiveness, lagging far behind neighboring states and regional rivals. Challenges to Competitiveness Unfavorable Overall Business Tax Climate: Maryland ranks 45th nationally, ahead of only five states (Massachusetts,…
Read MoreCharting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Job Growth
Blog Charting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Job Growth Nov 12, 2024 Examining Job Growth Trends in Maryland Recent workforce data reveal troubling trends for Maryland’s economic competitiveness. Challenges to Competitiveness 49th in Job Growth: Maryland ranks near the bottom nationally in job growth rate (0.6%) and 34th in total jobs added (16,700) over the…
Read MoreCharting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Population & Migration
Blog Charting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Population & Migration Oct 29, 2024 Examining Population and Migration Trends in Maryland Recent population and migration trends data show concerning trends for Maryland’s economic competitiveness. Challenges to Competitiveness Neighboring states, like Virginia and Delaware are seeing significant population growth while Maryland is seeing our population growth stagnate.…
Read MoreCharting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Business Friendliness
Blog Charting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Business Friendliness Oct 9, 2024 Examining Business Friendliness in Maryland Maryland’s alarming drop from 22nd to 31st in CNBC’s 2024 Top States for Business rankings, coupled with 32nd place in U.S. News’ Business Environment rankings, signals a clear and urgent threat to our state’s economic competitiveness. Challenges to…
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