The Short‑Term Economic Forecast for Texas Metropolitan Areas
Column Published in syndication September 09, 2026Texas and its metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) and metropolitan divisions (MDs) are projected to see notable economic expansion from 2025 to 2030 despite national and global uncertainties and significant headwinds. The pace will be uneven and likely backloaded to the later segments of the projection period, but gains are expected over the five-year horizon. Let's review some highlights from our most recent forecasts.
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The Short‑Term Economic Forecast for Texas Metropolitan Areas
Newsletter Published on September 09, 2026 (Vol. 43, No. 04)The most populated metros in Texas are the largest sources of current and future economic growth, though smaller areas contribute significantly. Findings from The Perryman Group's most recent short-term forecast are featured in this issue.
What did the July inflation numbers show?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on September 09, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses the July inflation data.
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What happened at the Fed's Jackson Hole Meeting?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on September 08, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses the Fed's Jackson Hole meeting.
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- Federal Reserve
LNG
Column Published in syndication September 02, 2026The process of compressing natural gas into a liquefied form and transporting it around the world has been a true game changer. Previously constrained by pipeline routes, the natural gas market had been largely regional and domestic. Now, areas with abundant supplies can access areas an ocean away, thus creating a functioning global market.
Jobs and Productivity
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on September 07, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses job growth and productivity.
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- productivity,
- jobs
Affordability
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on September 03, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses affordability.
How are consumers fairing?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on September 02, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses consumers and spending.
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Texas leads in the top US growth industries
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on September 01, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses how well Texas performs in the top US growth industries.
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Affordability
Column Published in syndication August 26, 2026Over the past few years, costs of living have increased significantly faster than wages, thus creating a major affordability problem for millions of Americans. It is a hot-button campaign topic at present, but the real issue is much more visceral. It is multifaceted, and solutions won't be simple. Let's briefly explore how we arrived at this point.