Publications | The Perryman Group
Trillion Dollar Holiday
Column Published in syndication November 26, 2025

The National Retail Federation (NRF) is projecting that holiday retail sales will top $1 trillion this year for the first time. Sales are forecast to be 3.7-4.2% higher than last year, which is comparable to 2024's gain of 4.3%. Other projections also call for significantly higher sales totals, though somewhat lower than the pace of increases that were typical prior to the pandemic.

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Energy, Debt, and the Human Cost of Imbalance: Part 2 of a 2‑Part Series
Newsletter Published on November 28, 2025 (Vol. 42, No. 08)

This issue is the second of a two-part series outlining key global patterns affecting the future economic outlook.

What impact will amendments passed by Texas voters have on business in the state?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 27, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses some of the amendments recently passed by Texas voters.

What impact will lowering tariffs on some food items have?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 26, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the tariff cuts to some food items.

How high is the national debt?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 25, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the national debt.

Investing in the Future
Column Published in syndication November 19, 2025

Texas voters recently passed a variety of amendments to the state's constitution, most by a significant margin. Several of these enactments will play a pivotal role in long-term economic development, helping ensure the state is well-positioned going forward.

What is the latest on consumer sentiment?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 21, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the latest consumer sentiment.

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Technology, Trade, and the Rising Global Imbalance: Part 1 of a 2‑Part Series
Newsletter Published on November 21, 2025 (Vol. 42, No. 07)

This issue is the first of a two-part series outlining key global patterns affecting the future economic outlook.

How much will Thanksgiving dinner cost this year?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 20, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the cost of Thanksgiving dinner this year.

Texas again ranked the top state in business climate.
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 19, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses Texas' top ranking in business climate.