An Even Dozen
Column Published in syndication March 06, 2024For the 12th year in a row, Texas attracted the lion's share of major corporate locations and expansions in the US, winning Site Selection magazine's coveted "Governor's Cup" yet again for 2023. The Cup is awarded to the state with the most projects involving a capital investment of at least $1 million, 20 or more new jobs, or 20,000 square feet of new construction. Site Selection also recognized Texas as having the nation's best business climate in November.
The High Cost of the Texas Panhandle Wildfires
Brief Published on March 08, 2024Recent wildfires in the Texas panhandle have burned well over a million acres, causing tragic loss of life and devastating local communities. In addition, the fires have destroyed livestock and grazing land in this region which is crucial to the US beef industry.
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- natural disaster,
- fire
What is the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Program?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 08, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses the new Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation Program.
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- energy,
- technology,
- economic incentives,
- jobs
What is the sentiment among small business owners about the US economy?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 07, 2024Dr. Perryman discusses the latest survey of small business owners about the US economy.
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- economy,
- small business,
- United States
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, 2024Dr. Perryamn discusses how the Fed will likely view the increase in the Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index.
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- Federal Reserve,
- interest rates
Global Growth
Column Published in syndication February 28, 2024I 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.
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- global,
- economic growth,
- GDP
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.
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- 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.
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- inflation,
- affordability,
- housing