Kentucky: Governor Cites Record-Breaking $7 Billion in Capital Investment in 2026 YTD

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear says that the first four months of 2026 saw the largest economic investment in the state’s history. He cites significant investment in battery production facilities, among other investments, from Ford, AESC, Shelbyville Battery Manufacturing, and Toyota. Here's a link to the press release from the Governor's office, which also touts rating upgrades by Moody's, S&P and Fitch.