Hawaii Ranked Worst for Business | Honolulu News

Hawaii just got crowned the worst state in the nation to do business, according to CNBC’s latest ranking — a blow that’s been brewing for years. With a dismal 50 out of 50 in infrastructure and cost of doing business, the state’s economic engine is clearly sputtering. Tech and innovation barely scrape by at 49, while quality of life still shines at 6 and education sits at 34. Alaska trails closely at 49, while Ohio and North Carolina lead the pack. It’s a mixed bag — but if Hawaii wants to attract more investment, fixing its business climate is non-negotiable. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a0e19476c0f530a7