2025 Economic Yearbook
From the Mountains to the Coast
So far this fiscal year, which began last July, has been fruitful. Investment in infrastructure and site preparation throughout its 159 counties has drawn both national and international attention to Georgia, luring multiple corporations to set up shop and existing companies to expand.
“Georgia’s position as a global business gateway supports our diverse industry mix, and strategic investments in workforce development and infrastructure combine with lasting partnerships that give Georgia consistent advantages,” says Misti Martin, deputy commissioner of global commerce for the Georgia Department of Economic Development.
In 2025 alone, Gov. Brian Kemp has announced that Duracell is establishing a new global headquarters for research and development in Atlanta, and PBS Aerospace will locate its North American headquarters, along with manufacturing and R&D operations, in Roswell.
The announcements aren’t surprising, given GDEcD data from January 1 to December 4, 2024:
- More than $13.7 billion in investments
- An expected 19,500 new jobs over the next few years
- Estimated 360 new locations or expansions across the state
These figures span all industries – from technology and electric vehicle manufacturing to food processing and life sciences. And while Metro Atlanta continues to be an economic hub, much of the growth is elsewhere.
Last fiscal year, 83% of expansions and new locations were outside the 10-county Atlanta region, representing more than 18,300 new jobs and $12.5 billion in investment.
Georgia Trend’s 2025 Economic Yearbook showcases many of the projects behind the numbers, highlighting why Georgia is again the No. 1 state for doing business for a record 11 consecutive years.
