The Triangle Business Journal sought analysis from Raleigh partner Bruce Thompson on key factors that Amazon and other companies consider when searching for a new headquarters. Bruce has worked with companies as they go through that process. He said the tax rate is among a number of things they consider, including the costs of power and infrastructure.

“They are going to have a duty to their shareholders to look at the ultimate cost of doing business in the states,” he said. Subscribers can read the full article here. The Triangle Business Journal is the leading business publication in Raleigh and the surrounding Triangle area.