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Eco King’s $80M Expansion Brings Jobs and Opportunity to Western North Carolina

A bold step for North Carolina’s westernmost county may also be one of the most important economic development announcements of the year. Eco King Solutions, a U.S. subsidiary of Zhejiang Kingsun Eco-pack Co., is bringing 515 jobs and a new $80.5 million manufacturing plant to Robbinsville, NC. Project at a Glance Eco King’s new U.S.…
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Biogen’s $2 Billion RTP Expansion Bolsters Life Sciences—and Real Estate—in the Triangle

Biogen is doubling down on North Carolina. In a major economic development announcement, the global biotechnology leader will invest $2 billion to expand its manufacturing footprint in Research Triangle Park (RTP), strengthening the state’s position as a top-tier life sciences hub and creating new real estate opportunities across Wake and Durham counties. Biogen’s Expansion: $2…
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Ralliant’s $2.1M Raleigh HQ Signals New Chapter for Triangle Tech—and Real Estate

A global technology leader is planting its headquarters in Raleigh, bringing high-paying jobs and signaling long-term confidence in the Triangle’s economic and real estate future. Project at a Glance Why Raleigh? For CEO Tami Newcombe, this move is personal. A Raleigh native and NC State graduate, Newcombe’s decision to anchor Ralliant’s headquarters in the Triangle…
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Raleigh Ranked a Top 5 Tech Metro, Boosting Real Estate Potential

Raleigh’s National Recognition as a Tech Leader In its 2025 State of the Tech Workforce report, the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) ranked Raleigh-Cary, NC among the Top 5 U.S. metros for the economic impact of the technology sector. Specifically, the region ranked #5 in the nation for the share of the local economy driven…
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Charlotte Named One of the World’s Most Livable Cities

In its 2025 Global Liveability Index, the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) ranked Charlotte #50 worldwide, tied with Indianapolis. This marks the first time Charlotte has appeared in the global Top 50, placing it alongside powerhouse metros like Toronto, Vienna, and Sydney—and ahead of more traditionally recognized U.S. cities like Washington D.C., Miami, and Los Angeles.…
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GMAX Industries’ Expansion into Winston-Salem Signals Growth Ahead for Forsyth County Real Estate

A major healthcare manufacturing investment is heading to the Piedmont Triad—and with it comes a new wave of economic activity and opportunity for housing and retail development. GMAX Industries, a New York–based Minority Business Enterprise specializing in disposable medical products, has selected Winston-Salem in Forsyth County as the site of its first North American production…
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NC’s First Standalone Children’s Hospital Will Transform Apex—and the Region

North Carolina’s first-ever freestanding children’s hospital is coming to Apex, and with it, a multi-billion-dollar infusion of public, private, and philanthropic investment that promises to reshape Wake County and beyond. Anchored by a 500-bed facility and thousands of new jobs, this transformational project represents the best of what government, academia, and healthcare can achieve together.…
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North Carolina Ranked #1 State for Business in 2025 by CNBC

For the third time in four years, North Carolina has claimed the top spot in CNBC’s Top States for Business ranking. The state earned high marks across multiple categories, ranking #1 in Economy, Workforce, and Business Friendliness. The report cites strong job growth, a skilled labor pipeline, and a low corporate tax rate as key…
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AssetMark’s $10M Investment in Charlotte Signals Strength for Real Estate Investors Across the Region

Charlotte’s growing reputation as a financial services powerhouse just got another boost. AssetMark Financial Holdings, a national provider of wealth management technology and investment solutions, has announced plans to establish its East Coast hub in Charlotte, bringing 252 high-paying jobs and a $10 million investment to Mecklenburg County. Real estate investors, take note: this is…