Delaware is the incorporation capital of America — over 60% of Fortune 500 companies are incorporated here. The state offers no sales tax, a business-friendly Court of Chancery, and well-established corporate law.
Minimum wage $13.25/hr. Paid parental leave for state employees. Discrimination protections.
No sales tax. 8.7% corporate income tax. Gross receipts tax on business revenue. Annual franchise tax for corporations.
DNREC oversees environmental permits. Coastal zone regulations for industrial facilities.
Banking and financial services regulation through Office of State Bank Commissioner. Corporate law through Court of Chancery.
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