Publications | The Perryman Group
Why was there such a significant revision in the jobs numbers from April 2023 to March 2024?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on August 27, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses the major revision to the jobs numbers from April 2023 to March 2024.

What impact will artificial intelligence have on the economy and jobs?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on July 03, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses how AI will impact jobs in the future.

What is the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Program?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 08, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses the new Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Program.

How has Texas performed in corporate relocations and jobs?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 21, 2024

Dr. Perryman discussses Texas' strong efforts in corporate relocations and jobs.

Oops!
Column Published in syndication September 04, 2024

A large revision in estimated US employment made headlines recently. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) releases jobs numbers every month, and these Current Employment Statistics (CES) estimates are carefully watched, influencing decisions by individuals, firms, investors, and especially the Federal Reserve.

Come From Away
Column Published in syndication August 28, 2024

The foreign-born population is an indispensable component of the US workforce. Many regions are experiencing slowing population growth or even shrinkage in key working age ranges, as the baby boom generation retires and fertility rates fall. This pattern will only get worse if we fail to act.

Where the Jobs Are
Column Published in syndication November 22, 2023

The dynamic Texas economy has been leading the way in job creation and opportunities. At the same time, future performance hinges on the ability to meet demand for workers in the midst of substantial demographic challenges. In fact, despite record numbers of people working in the state, there are presently around 800,000 unfilled jobs in Texas. We recently looked at the need for employees by occupation over the next 10 years based on our projections of economic growth by industry.

Jobs By the Numbers
Column Published in syndication August 16, 2023

Texas continues to shatter records for new jobs. The expansion has been broad based, both in terms of industries and geographic areas. Our latest projections call for notable employment gains over the next five years, though the pace will vary along with external conditions.