Climate
Georgia has a strong, vibrant business environment that’s on the move globally. We’re at the center of a progressive, ever-growing region and serve as an international gateway to the world. Our dynamic location can help make you and your investments a financial success.
Our state tax rate is very competitive nationally and state law mandates that the state keep a balanced budget. Georgia is a right-to-work state with a highly skilled workforce and world-class universities. For 2007, Georgia had a steady Standard & Poor’s rating of AAA, a Moody’s Aaa credit rating and a Fitch AAA rating.
Georgia is home to some of the world’s most recognized corporations including homegrown companies such as Coca-Cola, CNN and Home Depot, as well as these other well recognized names:
- The Home Depot (World Headquarters)
- Delta Air Lines (World Headquarters)
- AFLAC Insurance (World Headquarters)
- InterContinental Hotels (Americas Headquarters)
- Newell Rubbermaid (World Headquarters)
- Philips Electronics (North American Headquarters)
- The U.S. Centers for Disease Control - CDC (Headquarters)
- Gulfstream Aerospace (World Headquarters)
- CARE (World Headquarters)
- Siemens Energy & Automation
- Porsche Cars (North American Headquarters)
- Pirelli Tire (North American Headquarters)
- CIBA Vision (World Headquarters)
Our Global Commerce Division is committed to working closely with businesses in Georgia and other U.S. states, in addition to international firms looking to either locate to the United States or secure American business partners. We have offices located in Europe, Asia, the Americas and the Middle East. Our agency representatives are ready and willing to introduce you to the state of Georgia and provide you with an exciting opportunity to bring your business ventures to a whole new level.
When it comes to Georgia's business climate, the outlook is bright.
Georgia Business Resources:
Georgia Business Calendar
Georgia Business Newsletter
International Offices
Innovation and Technology
Entrepreneur and Small Business
Existing Industry Support
Film, Video & Music
Georgia Workforce
Available Buildings
Georgia Allies
Related Sites:
Standard & Poor’s
Moody’s
Fitch Ratings