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The Economic Impact of the Auto Workers Strike

Brief Published on September 21, 2023

The United Auto Workers (UAW) union is in the midst of an unprecedented "stand-up strike" against the three major US auto manufacturers, presently shutting down US factories in Ohio, Michigan, and Missouri; idling 12,700 union workers; and disrupting other parts of the supply chain. These interruptions come at a time when the industry was just beginning to normalize in the aftermath of the pandemic. Given the scope of affected operations, the economic costs of the strike are high and could well increase substantially if the work stoppages are prolonged and expanded.

Economic Costs of Hurricane Idalia Include an Estimated $18.4 Billion Net Loss in US Output

Brief Published on September 15, 2023

On August 30, Hurricane Idalia made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane along Florida's Gulf Coast causing severe wind damage and flooding. The storm continued across Georgia as well as South Carolina and North Carolina as a tropical storm. The human suffering is of paramount importance and should be the primary concern, as well as enormous emotional losses. In addition, the storm will have a significant impact on the economy.

How much economic impact will the solar eclipse have on the US economy?

Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 05, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses the economic impact of the solar eclipse.

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Heat Wave

Column Published in syndication July 26, 2023

Texas has thus far endured a heat wave of historic proportions in the summer of 2023. The higher-than-normal temperatures have created health issues for many residents and impacted quality of life for millions of people. Not surprisingly, the effects do not stop there.