Triple Crown
Column Published in syndication April 15, 2026In what has now become an annual tradition, Texas is once again the winner of Site Selection magazine's Governor's Cup. For the 14th consecutive year and 22nd year in total, Texas was recognized as the state that attracted the most major job-creating business location and expansion projects over the past year. In 2025, the Lone Star State attracted 1,406 projects, up from 1,368 in 2024 and 1,254 in 2023. This era of dominance began in the early 2000s, when enlightened economic development policies quickly moved Texas from the middle of the pack to the unabashed leader.
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- economic development,
- Texas
A Perspective on Key Changes in Texas over the Past Decade
Newsletter Published on April 17, 2026 (Vol. 43, No. 01)Over the last 10 years or so, Texas has seen notable changes in the population and economy. In this issue, some key shifts are highlighted.
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- Texas,
- Gulf Coast Region
How many jobs did Texas gain last year?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 17, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses Texas jobs gains.
What did the latest consumer sentiment index show?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 16, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses the latest consumer sentiment index.
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- consumers
What did the March consumer price index show?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 15, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses the March consumer price index.
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- inflation,
- consumer price index
How did Texas population change in 2025?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 14, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses population growth in Texas.
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- population,
- Texas
Twenty‑Five Years
Column Published in syndication April 08, 2026A profound transformation driven by technological advancements has occurred over the past 25 years, reshaping the economy. New industries and business models that were unimaginable a quarter-century ago have been unleashed, creating and redefining jobs at a rapid pace. Texas, in particular, has undergone significant changes, emerging as a global economic powerhouse. Let's briefly look at some of what has happened over the first quarter of the 21st Century.
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- economy,
- population,
- Texas
What is the latest labor force participation rate?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 13, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses the labor force participation rate.
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- workforce
What impacts have tariffs had on the US economy?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 10, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses the impact of tariffs on the US economy.
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- tariffs
What is the OECD projecting for US inflation?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 09, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses the OECD projections for inflation.
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- inflation