The Potential Impact of a Comprehensive Nondiscrimination Act on Business Activity in Texas
Report Published on May 27, 2020Discrimination in employment, housing, and access to public places such as restaurants, hotels, and shops leads not only a loss of dignity and opportunity for those on the receiving end of such treatment, but also involves significant economic costs stemming from both a diminished ability to attract knowledge workers and reduced opportunities for tourism, conventions, and related activity. In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, these issues become even more important. Competition for quality development will markedly intensify as various states and countries seek to revitalize their economies, and firms employing highly trained workers will expand their emphasis on social governance and community environments. Similarly, as the tourism and hospitality sector seeks to rebound from the massive losses from recent restrictions, the efforts to attract major events and promote local venues will escalate notably. Comprehensive Non-Discrimination Acts (CNDAs) can help reduce discrimination and send a definitive signal that an area will not tolerate such practices in the workplace, public venues, and other settings.
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The Five‑Year Outlook for the Texas Economy
Newsletter Published on May 05, 2022 (Vol. 39, No. 03)The Texas economy is now more than 200,000 jobs above prepandemic levels and continues to expand at a notable pace. Despite challenges, the upward trend is projected to continue. Highlights of The Perryman Group's latest five-year outlook are summarized in this issue.
The Economic Benefits of Statewide LGBTQ Nondiscrimination in Texas
Infographic Published on May 27, 2020Discrimination in employment, housing, and access to public places such as restaurants, hotels, and shops leads not only a loss of dignity and opportunity for those on the receiving end of such treatment, but also involves significant economic costs stemming from both a diminished ability to attract knowledge workers and reduced opportunities for tourism, conventions, and related activity. This infographic summarizes key findings in The Perryman Group's recent report: "The Potential Impact of a Comprehensive Nondiscrimination Act on Business Activity in Texas."
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What are the drivers behind the Nasdaq recently closing above 20,000?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on December 19, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses the Nasdaq's recent close above 20,000.
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Frazzled, Frustrated, and Fatigued!
Column Published in syndication July 16, 2025Sometimes, our modern technological advances are two edged, and what begins as an improvement may ultimately end up having an unanticipated negative effect on productivity. A recent report by Microsoft illustrates a widespread example of this phenomenon. Trillions of globally aggregated and anonymized Microsoft 365 data bits were used to identify patterns (which are also likely occurring with other, similar platforms). Reviewing these findings, it becomes obvious that workdays have become too long, overly loaded with interruptions, and, thus, less efficient. Let's take a quick look.
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- technology