After Ten Years, Arizona’s Economy Has Been Made More Diverse And Resilient, With More Jobs In Manufacturing Than Construction

PHOENIX, AZ (February 17, 2021) — Ten years ago, Arizona struggled under devastating job and revenue losses as one of the hardest-hit states by the Great Recession. Today, Arizona’s economy is diversified, with more jobs in manufacturing than construction, our startup ecosystem is attracting global attention, and our state is competing at the highest level for new jobs and expansions.