Publications | The Perryman Group
1,072 New Texans Every Day
Column Published in syndication February 18, 2026

New population estimates were recently released by the US Census Bureau, and the results indicate that the pace of growth has slowed significantly, driven (not surprisingly) primarily by a drop in international migration. For the United States, population grew by 1.8 million (0.5%) between July 1, 2024, and July 1, 2025, with international migration dropping to 1.3 million from 2.7 million in the prior year.

Stock Market
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 20, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses recent activity in the stock market.

How did retail sales look for 2025?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 19, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses the retail sales numbers for 2025.

What did consumer confidence show in January?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 18, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses the January consumer confidence numbers.

What did the labor market look like in 2025?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 17, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses the 2025 labor market.

Venezuela
Column Published in syndication February 11, 2026

Despite a wealth of natural resources, Venezuela has been facing prolonged upheaval, punctuated by hyperinflation, corruption, and a resultant humanitarian crisis. Recent developments, including the US removal of Nicolas Maduro, offer hope for meaningful improvement, though the situation is still evolving. Given the country's vast oil reserves, the changing dynamics have also naturally raised questions related to the implications for global energy markets.

What did the January jobs report show?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 16, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses the January jobs report.

What is Impact of Tariffs?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 12, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses the impact of tariffs.

What contributed to GDP growth in 2025?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 11, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses GDP growth in 2025.

How does the labor market look?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 10, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses the labor market.