Arkansas Department of Commerce

"The American Legislative Exchange Council ranked Arkansas as the No. 6 state for best economic outlook on the 2026 Rich States, Poor States: ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index." Read more: armoneyandpolitics.com/arkansas-top-s…

Why is Arkansas the best state to live in? Low taxes. More jobs. Low cost of living.

Arkansas native Jeff Nichols is filming his latest movie in the Natural State with stars Margaret Qualley, Drew Starkey, and Michael Shannon. Filming for the movie, entitled "King Snake," is currently underway. deadline.com/2026/04/jeff-n…

This week, we celebrate Economic Development Week in Arkansas - highlighting the many successes and the impact that economic development professionals have had and are having around the state.

Had the chance to tour @ABBgroupnews’ state of the art facility in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Our state is home to more ABB employees than any other - and with partnerships at our colleges and universities, they’re bringing their global talent directly to Arkansas classrooms.

FERROSOURCE is nearing completion of its state-of-the-art steel processing facility located directly on United States Steel Corporation’s Big River Steel Works (BRSW) campus in Osceola, Arkansas, with operations scheduled to begin August 2026.

3 million Arkansans. That’s who this year’s budget keeps at its center. Next week, we’ll go four-for-four on tax cuts—cutting state income taxes by 25%. The result is a stronger Arkansas built on: ✅ Strong schools ✅ Smart spending ✅ Working families first

If your company is exploring AI, using AI, or simply trying to understand where to start, your perspective would be valuable. 🕒 The survey is open through May 20 🔗 Take the survey here: form.jotform.com/261044418697059 #Manufacturing #ArkansasManufacturing #AIinManufacturing

AI is moving fast, and manufacturers are sorting through where it actually fits. We’re encouraging small and mid-sized manufacturers across Arkansas to take a few minutes to complete a new national AI survey.

The work of Arkansas retailers is a big part of why we’re the #1 state for lowest cost of living and #1 for inbound movers for two years in a row, and it was great to host them here at the Capitol today.

Marubeni-Itochu Steel America Inc. (MISA), a global leader in the metals industry, today announced its plans to build an advanced flat-rolled steel processing plant in Osceola, Arkansas. The more than $37 million strategic investment is expected to bring 35 new high-paying jobs.

Applications are still open for the 75Strong Business Building Program - but not much longer. Learn more and apply here: 75strongarkansas.org/business-build…

🎙️ New Arkansas Inc. Podcast Episode 🎙️ Faymonville Group CEO Alexander Fickers and Faymonville Group Communications Team Lead Anne Faymonville joined the Arkansas Inc. Podcast to highlight the company's growth and its decision to invest in Arkansas.

"Last year, the state continued what has become an annual parade of new projects from in-migrating companies and expansion by homegrown firms that ranks in multiple billions of dollars. The prosperity is literally border to border." Read more: armoneyandpolitics.com/aedc-touts-acc…

AEDC is recruiting for a Research Manager. This role is responsible for sourcing, synthesizing, interpreting, and presenting economic, geographic, demographic, firmographics, etc., content and data that support AEDC’s mission and goals. Apply here: arcareers.arkansas.gov/job/LITTLE-ROC…

Conagra Brands will expand its existing manufacturing facility in Fayetteville, Arkansas through a multi-year investment of approximately $220 million. The project is expected to create more than 100 new jobs over the next five years.

Clark County is the first county in Arkansas to earn industrial site development-ready certifications from both the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas and @EntergyArk, including: • ONSite certification (Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas) • Competitive Communities Initiative (@ArkansasEDC) • Select Site certification (Entergy Arkansas) JD Lowery, director of community and economic development for the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas, and Colby Wells, CEO of @SCAECinc, joined state officials including Secretary of Commerce Hugh McDonald and community leaders to celebrate the announcement on Friday. Lowery said, “This is truly a great example of teamwork in Arkansas to support one of the communities we serve. Because this site is split between two electric providers’ boundary lines, it is the first in the state to earn a site certification from both the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas and Entergy Arkansas.” McDonald said, “Clark County is on the rise and we’re looking forward to big wins in the future.” @_AEDCE @AR_Commerce 📸 Tyler Hale, Arkansas Economic Development Commission

Clayton, a leading national builder of attainable single-family homes, celebrated the grand opening of its new home building facility in Conway, Arkansas. This location marks the company’s 41st home building facility, and the first new facility opened since 2016.

SEDIVER USA announced today that the company is expanding its manufacturing plant in West Memphis, Arkansas in 2026 after surpassing 5 million units produced since the facility’s opening. The expansion will create 40 new local jobs. Learn more: arkansasedc.com/news-events/ne…

Bell Lumber and Pole Company is expanding its manufacturing facility in De Queen, Arkansas to accelerate the production of Southern Yellow Pine utility poles in the southern region of the United States.