The Five‑Year Outlook for the Texas Economy
Newsletter Published on July 07, 2025 (Vol. 42, No. 04)The Texas economy is clearly affected by uncertainty and challenges in the US and global economies, but the state is well positioned to continue to be a growth leader. The Perryman Group's latest forecast calls for significant expansion over the next five years, but growth may be somewhat uneven and backloaded. Highlights of key trends are summarized in this issue.
The Long‑Term Outlook for the Texas Economy
Newsletter Published on December 01, 2023 (Vol. 40, No. 09)Throughout the pandemic recovery, Texas has been leading the way. With growth in key industries, this pattern is likely to continue.
Literacy in Texas
Newsletter Published on August 31, 2022 (Vol. 39, No. 07)Literacy improves quality of life and is essential to many jobs. Texas lags the nation in literacy rates, with particularly low levels in some counties. Improving the situation could lead to notable economic benefits.
The February Freeze
Newsletter Published on March 25, 2021 (Vol. 38, No. 02)The recent freezing weather in Texas caused substantial damage. The Texas power grid was also not up to the task of meeting the high demand for power. In this issue, the causes of the power problems and potential solutions are discussed.