Publications | The Perryman Group
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.

How does the labor market look?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 18, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the labor market in the US.

LNG
Column Published in syndication November 12, 2025

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is a critical source of energy for meeting exploding future global energy needs. It can also assist in achieving climate goals through replacing more emissions-intensive sources (such as coal). The United States is by far the largest producer and exporter of LNG, with new facilities coming online (including many along the Texas coast) which will enhance future capacity.

How costly was the government shutdown?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 17, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the costs of the government shutdown.

Voters approve endowment for Texas State Technical College
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 14, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses the importance of voters approving an endowment for TSTC.

What happened in the 3rd quarter with new home sales?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 13, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses third quarter new home sales.

Looking for Labor
Column Published in syndication November 05, 2025

Recent data indicate that US legal immigration has slowed markedly under the current tighter immigration policies. There is evidence that more foreign-born persons are leaving than entering, and H-1B visa registrations as well as student and temporary work visas have dropped. While accurate estimates are difficult to generate at best, it appears that the number of foreign-born workers has declined by well over one million in 2025.

Where does Texas rank among states in building a brand?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 06, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses how Texas ranks among states in building a brand.

What happened to per capita CO2 emissions from 2005‑2023
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on November 05, 2025

Dr. Perryman discusses Texas' decrease in per capita CO2 emissions.