What does the Index of Leading Economic Indicators say about the likelihood of a recession?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 28, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses the latest Index of Leading Economic Indicators and what it says about the likelihood of a recession.
- Tags:
- economic growth,
- index,
- recession
Workforce Expansion
Column Published in syndication February 21, 2024Maintaining a dynamic economy requires a constant flow of talented and skilled workers. With US long-term demographic patterns working against us, it's clear that it will be crucial to attract workers from other areas. While one imperative component of this effort must involve immigration from other countries, a significant additional factor that helps to define regional performance is movement from state to state.
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- relocation,
- economy,
- Gen Z,
- Texas
How has Texas performed in corporate relocations and jobs?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 21, 2024Dr. Perryman discussses Texas' strong efforts in corporate relocations and jobs.
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- relocation,
- jobs,
- Texas
Soaring Shelter Spending
Column Published in syndication February 14, 2024The substantial and rapid increase in the price of housing, whether rented or purchased, has significant implications for millions of households. Wages have been trending upward of late, but with increases in the cost of many items even as overall inflation moderates, many people continue to struggle. The spike in home and apartment prices, which represent the largest expenditure category for most families, is posing difficulties throughout the country. Let's take a brief look.
- Tags:
- inflation,
- affordability,
- housing
Many people in Gen Z are moving to Texas
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 16, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses the reasons so many in Gen Z are moving to Texas.
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- relocation,
- Gen Z,
- Texas
The Economic Benefits of Texas‑Mexico Trade
Brief Published on February 15, 2024Trade between the United States and Mexico is crucial to both nations, and Texas has been the leading state for exports and imports between the two countries for decades. The Perryman Group estimates that trade between Texas and Mexico generates business activity across the United States of almost $1 trillion in gross domestic product annually and more than 8 million jobs (including multiplier effects and based on 2023 trade levels), with much of the activity concentrated in Texas.
- Tags:
- trade,
- US-Mexico border,
- Mexico,
- United States
How much economic impact will the 2026 World Cup matches played in Texas have on the economy?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 15, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses the expected economic impact of the World Cup matches being played in Texas in 2026.
- Tags:
- World Cup,
- economic benefit,
- Texas
Mexican Trade
Column Published in syndication February 07, 2024As the migrant crisis engulfs the border and the politics become increasingly complex and counterproductive, it is useful to remember the economic significance of our relationship with our southern neighbor. Let's briefly explore.
- Tags:
- trade,
- United States,
- Mexico,
- Texas
How big of a problem is housing affordability?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 09, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses how much Americans are spending on rent and utilities.
- Tags:
- affordability,
- housing
How did the Texas oil and gas industry perform in 2023?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 08, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses how the Texas oil and gas industry performed in 2023 and the outlook for the future.
- Tags:
- oil and gas,
- Texas