Publications | The Perryman Group
What is the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Program?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 08, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses the new Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Program.

What is the sentiment among small business owners about the US economy?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 07, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses the latest survey of small business owners about the US economy.

What does the increase in the Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index mean for interest rates?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 06, 2024

Dr. Perryamn discusses how the Fed will likely view the increase in the Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index.

Global Growth
Column Published in syndication February 28, 2024

I often tend to focus on the US economy. Let's explore some context by examining how other countries are faring. Rates of expansion around the world vary significantly, and a few points about current patterns are noteworthy.

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, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses the latest Index of Leading Economic Indicators and what it says about the likelihood of a recession.

Workforce Expansion
Column Published in syndication February 21, 2024

Maintaining 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.

How has Texas performed in corporate relocations and jobs?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 21, 2024

Dr. Perryman discussses Texas' strong efforts in corporate relocations and jobs.

Soaring Shelter Spending
Column Published in syndication February 14, 2024

The 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.

Many people in Gen Z are moving to Texas
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 16, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses the reasons so many in Gen Z are moving to Texas.

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The Economic Benefits of Texas‑Mexico Trade
Brief Published on February 15, 2024

Trade 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.