Publications | The Perryman Group
What would a decrease in tourism mean for the US?
Column Published in syndication May 21, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the impact of a decrease in tourism.

What is the latest on the tariffs on Chinese goods?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on May 20, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the latest tariffs on Chinese goods.

Cautiously Curbing Calamitous Chaos
Column Published in syndication May 14, 2025

In yet another predictable blink in the unsustainable trade saga, tariffs on goods from China (that will be largely paid by US businesses and consumers) were slashed from 145% to 30% for a 90-day period. This move is purportedly a pause before the levy returns to the former level of 145% if no agreement is reached. Maintaining a tariff of that level on an ongoing basis is not remotely feasible, and the stakes are high.

What do freight volumes at US ports look like?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on May 19, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the freight volumes at US ports.

How does Texas rank in the Best States for Business?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on May 15, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses Texas' ranking among the best states to do business.

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The Potential Economic Impact of Sustained 30% Tariffs on Imports from China
Brief Published on May 13, 2025

After implementation of tariffs of up to 145% on all imports from China, negotiators were able to agree to a temporary reduction to a 30% levy. This rate is planned to be in place for a maximum of 90 days, providing a reprieve as trade talks continue.

What did the April CPI show?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on May 13, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the April consumer price index?

Productivity
Column Published in syndication May 07, 2025

Labor productivity rates essentially measure the amount of gross domestic product created per hour of work. It is a crucial measure of both current and potential future economic performance. Simply stated, if you multiply the number of hours worked by the amount of output that each of those hours produces, you have defined total production. Fortunately, recent data for the United States indicates a significant uptick.

What does the latest manufacturing survey for Texas show?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on May 08, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the latest manufacturing survey for Texas.

Buy Now, Pay Later
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on May 07, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the increasing use of buy now pay later programs.