Arizona provides world-class advantages—including top talent, a strong supply chain and modern transportation infrastructure. The state's business climate is sunny, steady and predictable. Arizona offers lowered taxes, streamlined regulation, and a comprehensive suite of programs designed to enhance business success.
Most Competitive State in The Mountain Region
Rich States, Poor States 2024
Flat Income Tax
Lowest flat-tax in the U.S.
Economic Outlook
Rich States, Poor States American Legislative Exchange Council, 2024
Best State for Business
Chief Executive Magazine, 2024
Corporate Income Tax
Among the Lowest in the U.S.
Franchise Tax, Business Inventory Tax, Estate Tax, Worldwide Unitary Tax, Gross Receipts Tax
Arizona’s simplified and competitive tax structures makes Arizona one of the most welcoming states in the nation for people and business.
Learn MoreArizona offers a winning combination of smart leadership and smart policy enabling an innovation-driven economy that accelerates technologies and streamlines regulation.
Learn MoreArizona's talent is young, skilled and rapidly growing. With endless adventures and high-impact career options, Arizona attracts the best and brightest.
Learn MoreArizona's southwest location near the world’s largest economies efficiently enables the movement of goods and people, enhancing the speed of doing business.
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Learn MoreMESA, AZ (April 2, 2025) — Komatsu broke ground today on a new state-of-the-art facility in Mesa, Arizona, a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to growth and service excellence in the region. This expansion will triple Komatsu’s current operational footprint in Mesa. The new facility will span approximately 215,000 square feet and is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2026. The $80 million investment reflects Komatsu’s dedication to supporting its customers in the Southwestern U.S. Komatsu leadership celebrated the groundbreaking alongside several of the company’s mining customers, the Arizona Commerce Authority and the City of Mesa.
READ MORE »PHOENIX, AZ (March 28, 2025) – International trade and investment continue to fuel new economic opportunities across Arizona, new data shows. Arizona’s international trade reached a record $74.4 billion in 2024, Governor Hobbs announced during her International State of the State Address on Thursday. Exports by Arizona companies rose to $32.2 billion, an 11.6% increase from 2023, and more than five times faster than the U.S. More than 50 diplomatic partners from over 35 countries attended Governor Hobbs’ International State of the State address, which was hosted by the Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations, and the ACA’s international forum - a two-day event focused on highlighting Arizona’s premier investment environment.
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