The Perryman Report & Texas Letter
The Five‑Year Outlook for the Texas Economy
Published on July 15, 2026 (Vol. 43, No. 03)
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 slowing of the US and global economy has reduced the pace of expansion in Texas, but the state remains a growth leader. Recent developments are positioning the Lone Star State for continued expansion, though the path is likely to be bumpy. In this issue, highlights from The Perryman Group's most recent five-year outlook are described.
The Central Texas Region
The Central Texas Region is made up of the College Station-Bryan, Killeen-Temple, and Waco metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) and 20 counties. With roughly 1.35 million residents, the area represents about 4.27% of the state's population.
Economic Development News
Expansions and relocations are driving economic development growth throughout Texas. Read more on recently announced projects in this section.