The Perryman Report & Texas Letter
The Five‑Year Outlook for the Texas Economy
Published on July 07, 2025 (Vol. 42, No. 04)
Perryman Report & Texas Letter offers concise coverage of important trends and events affecting the economy, including highlights from our short-term and long-term economic forecasts for the US, Texas, and cities and regions within Texas. It is published 10 times a year and available as an annual subscription (with access to back-issues) for $150.00.
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IN THIS ISSUE
Texas Economic Forecast
The Texas economy is clearly affected by uncertainty and challenges in the US and global economies, but the state is well positioned to continue to be a growth leader. The Perryman Group's latest forecast calls for significant expansion over the next five years, but growth may be somewhat uneven and backloaded. Highlights of key trends are summarized in this issue.
The Upper East Texas Region
The Longview, Texarkana, and Tyler metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) and 23 counties form the state's Upper East Texas Region. With approximately 1.21 million residents, the area represents 3.99% of the state's population.
Economic Development News
Communities across the Lone Star State are attracting business relocation and expansion projects. For a rundown on some of the most recent economic development announcements making headlines, turn to Page 5.
Focus On: Wage and Salary Employment
A breakdown of wage and salary employment by MSA provides a quick look at the forecast for 2024 to 2029.