Publications | The Perryman Group

Brief

Essential Early Education

Published on Dec. 9, 2025

Brief

The High Cost of Millions of Americans Losing Health Insurance Coverage

Published on May 29, 2025

Brief

The Potential Economic Impact of Sustained 30% Tariffs on Imports from China

Published on May 13, 2025

Report

Fueling the Future

The Importance of the Permian Basin to the US, Texas, and New Mexico Economies

Published on April 14, 2025

$100 Oil

Column Published in syndication April 01, 2026

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has sent oil prices surging, with West Texas Intermediate Crude prices up from below $60 a few months ago to above $100 on several recent days. In addition to disrupting Middle East production capacity, the conflict has brought the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz at times. With about 20% of the world's oil navigating the Strait, supplies have dropped and prices have risen. The current level isn't unheard of (prices were significantly higher for much of 2022, for example), but effects are nonetheless notable.

Tags:
oil,
prices

Texas Continues to be a Leader in Imports

Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 03, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses Texas imports.

Tags:
imports,
Texas

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Where does Texas rank in corporate investment?

Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on April 02, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses Texas' top ranking in corporate investment.

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What do higher gasoline prices mean for the economy?

Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 31, 2026

Dr. Perryman discusses the higher gasoline prices.

Tags:
gas,
prices

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Housing

Column Published in syndication March 25, 2026

We are finally seeing some balance returning to the Texas housing market, although notable issues remain (particularly affordability and supply). Prices are flattening and even dropping in some areas, and houses are staying on the market considerably longer than a few years ago. However, the current situation is more a reflection of slowing economic growth than a massive correction, and some buyers are benefiting.