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California ranked third-best state economy for 2026
Original: California ranks third-best state economy in 2026, by this math
A new ranking places California as the third-best state economy in the United States for 2026, based on a particular set of economic measures. The finding is drawing attention in California media, where the state's economy is often debated given its size, its tech sector, and persistent concerns over costs of living and business climate.
Why now: California's economic standing is a perennially contested topic, and a fresh national ranking fuels that debate.
CaliforniaOrange County RegisterThe Mercury News
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- California ranks third-best state economy in 2026, by this math · Orange County Register
- California ranks third-best state economy in 2026, by this math · The Mercury News
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