How likely is stagflation?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 28, 2025Dr. Perryman talks about the possibility of stagflation.
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- stagflation
Housing in Texas
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 25, 2025Dr. Perryman discusses the housing situation in Texas.
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- housing
What is the latest on incentives for the film industry in Texas?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 24, 2025Dr. Perryman discusses the recent bill paseed by the Texas Senate with additional incentives for the film industry.
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- film industry incentives
What does the latest World Trade Organization forecast show?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 23, 2025Dr. Perryman discusses the latest World Trade Organization forecast.
Five‑Alarm Fire!
Column Published in syndication April 16, 2025The day after the election last November, the stock market enjoyed a really strong day, while the bond market did not. That was not at all surprising. The election brought the likelihood of lower taxes and less regulation, both of which make equities more attractive. It also brought fears of higher inflation, which tend to drive interest rates up and make bonds less desirable. Things have changed A LOT since then with all of the uncertainty but therein lies a critical lesson.
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- tariffs
What did the February jobs report show for Texas?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 17, 2025Dr. Perryman discusses the February jobs numbers for Texas.
What does the latest Blue Chip survey of economists show about expectations for 2025?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 16, 2025Dr. Perryman discusses the latest Blue Chip survey of economists.
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- economy
What does the latest consumer confidence survey show?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 15, 2025Dr. Perryman discusses the latest consumer confidence survey.
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- consumer confidence
Tariffs and Oil
Column Published in syndication April 09, 2025The oil and gas industry has been hit quickly and hard by the recent tariff brouhaha, with prices dropping significantly compared to recent levels (at least as of the time that I am writing). I've been asked several times whether the situation is likely to lead to a sustained "bust" in the industry. There is obviously much uncertainty, but here are a few initial thoughts.
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- tariffs,
- oil,
- natural gas
What does the childhood literacy rate in Texas look like?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 14, 2025Dr. Perryman discusses childhood literacy in Texas.
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- literacy