Publications | The Perryman Group
What did the Fed do regarding interest rates at its recent meeting?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 28, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses the recent Fed meeting and expectations regarding interest rates this year.

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The Economic Impact of the Solar Eclipse on the US and Affected States
Brief Published on March 28, 2024

On Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The path of totality enters Texas around Eagle Pass and crosses the nation to the northeast, exiting the northeast near Houlton, Maine. More than 30 million people reside in the path of totality (including about 12 million in Texas alone).

Where are the fastest growing counties in the US in population growth?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 27, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses the fastest growing counties in the US in population growth and that 6 of the top 8 are in Texas.

4 Years Later
Column Published in syndication March 20, 2024

Unlike most weeks in my frenetic schedule of projects, deadlines, speeches, and meetings, I remember that one well - Monday speech in Lubbock; flight to Dallas for afternoon meeting; all-day testimony in Dallas on Tuesday; Wednesday meeting in DC; Longview speech on Thursday; late afternoon flight for reception at our home. That was a pretty typical week, but it was followed by a year of being almost constantly at home with virtual work and all of the analysis, task forces, and other factors which accompany game-changing events. It was quite an adjustment from normally being on the road 250-300 days per year.

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Economics of the 2024 Solar Eclipse
Brief Published on March 25, 2024

On Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The path of totality enters Texas around Eagle Pass and crosses the state to the northeast, exiting near the northeast corner. About 12 million Texans reside in the path of totality, which includes the major metropolitan areas along the I-35 corridor.

Texas has won the Governor's Cup for 12 straight years.
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 21, 2024

Dr, Perryman discusses the reasons Texas has won Site Selection magazine's Governor's Cup for the 12th staight year leading the nation in new corporate locations and expansions.

What is the impact of inflation and higher interest rates on new home sizes?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 20, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses the impact of inflation and higher interest rates on the size of new homes.

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The Short‑Term Outlook for the US Economy
Newsletter Published on March 19, 2024 (Vol. 41, No. 01)

The US economy continues to expand in spite of a variety of challenges. The Perryman Group's latest forecast calls for growth over the next five years, though the pace may be uneven. Key patterns affecting future performance are described in this issue.

Burned!
Column Published in syndication March 13, 2024

Recent 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.

Texas has more employees in the financial sector than any other state.
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on March 18, 2024

Dr. Perryman discusses why Texas now leads all states in employment in the financial sector.