Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

Cover Story

Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger, photographed at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture, won Virginia’s governorship by a 15-point margin in the November 2025 election, leading a blue wave. Photo by Jay Paul
Jan 5, 2026

Spanberger talks economic priorities in exclusive Q&A

Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger outlines her priorities on affordability, housing, federal funding cuts, energy policy and economic growth.

Democrats will have a larger majority in the Virginia House of Delegates in 2026, giving Speaker Don Scott more breathing room in votes.
Jan 1, 2026

2026 Virginia General Assembly preview: Dems contend with tricky budget

With Abigail Spanberger set to become governor, Virginia Democrats enter the 2026 General Assembly session with control of state government and major budgetary challenges.

On Jan. 15, 2022, Republican Glenn Youngkin was sworn in as Virginia’s 74th governor on the steps of the state Capitol. Photo courtesy governor’s office.
Dec 31, 2025

Youngkin’s term as governor marked by economic wins, political division

Gov. Glenn Youngkin leaves office after four divisive years marked by economic wins, veto power and political losses as Virginia turns to Abigail Spanberger.

A Radford native, John Asbury traveled all over the country for his banking career but returned to Virginia in 2016 to lead Atlantic Union Bank. Photo courtesy Atlantic Union Bank
Dec 1, 2025

2025 Virginia Business Person of the Year: John Asbury | Atlantic Union Bank

Atlantic Union CEO John Asbury is Virginia Business’ 2025 Business Person of the Year, recognized for leading the bank’s growth.

Hampton Roads seeks opportunities amid federal policy changes
Sep 30, 2025

Hampton Roads seeks opportunities amid federal policy changes

Hampton Roads leaders warn of risks from tariffs, defense cuts and energy policy while seeing growth in military tech and industry.

Virginia eyes nuclear to power booming data centers
Sep 2, 2025

Virginia eyes nuclear to power booming data centers

Data centers devouring nearly a quarter of Virginia’s electricity, leaders push nuclear power, from SMRs to fusion, to meet rising demand.

Milestones: Virginia companies celebrating big anniversaries in 2025
Jul 30, 2025

Milestones: Virginia companies celebrating big anniversaries in 2025

Even amid the AI revolution currently underway, there are viable signs of stability. The global AI market could grow twenty-fivefold — from $189 billion in 2023 to $4.8 trillion — by 2033, according to a report this year from the United Nations. Containing the largest concentration of data centers in the world, Virginia, too[...]

Reshoring manufacturing is one of President Donald Trump’s priorities
Jun 30, 2025

Reshoring manufacturing is one of President Donald Trump’s priorities

President Donald Trump wants manufacturing jobs to return to the U.S., but it's not as simple as that, experts say

Presenting the 2025 Virginia C-Suite Awards
Jun 3, 2025

Presenting the 2025 Virginia C-Suite Awards

Virginia Business is proud to present our inaugural Virginia C-Suite Awards, honoring 33 top executives who exemplify integrity, innovation and impact.

AI startup boom ‘here to stay’ in Virginia
Jun 2, 2025

AI startup boom ‘here to stay’ in Virginia

Virginia’s AI startups are seeing record funding and expansion across biotech, cybersecurity, SaaS and more, driving tech innovation across the state.

Forty under 40: Celebrating the rising stars shaping Virginia’s future
May 1, 2025

Forty under 40: Celebrating the rising stars shaping Virginia’s future

Meet 40 young leaders transforming Virginia's business landscape. Honorees excel in fields like banking, health care, real estate and government.

Best Places to Work in Virginia 2025
Mar 31, 2025

Best Places to Work in Virginia 2025

For the 15th year, Virginia Business is pleased to present the Best Places to Work in Virginia list, produced in collaboration with Pennsylvania-based Best Companies Group, a division of our mutual parent company, BridgeTower Media. This year, 147 companies were chosen for inclusion in the 2025 Best Places to Work in Virginia co[...]

YOUR NEWS.
YOUR INBOX.
DAILY.

By subscribing you agree to our Privacy Policy.