Texas Economy

Texas Service Sector Activity Expands at a Slower Pace

October 30, 2018

Texas service sector activity continued to grow in October, according to business executives responding to the Texas Service Sector Outlook Survey.

Texas Economy

Texas Manufacturing Continues to Expand, but Pace Slows

October 29, 2018

Texas factory activity continued to expand in October, albeit at a slower pace, according to business executives responding to the Texas Manufacturing Outlook Survey.

Essay by President Robert S. Kaplan

The Neutral Rate of Interest

October 24, 2018

This essay explores a number of the key issues associated with using the neutral rate concept in formulating monetary policy.

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Opportunity Zones in Texas

October 17, 2018

This article explores the implications of a new tax incentive program to spur investment in low-income communities.

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The Austin economy expanded at a strong pace in September. The Austin Business-Cycle Index accelerated and continued above its long-term trend.

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Texas Service Sector Activity Expands at a Slower Pace

Texas service sector activity continued to grow in October, according to business executives responding to the Texas Service Sector Outlook Survey.

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Southwest Economy, Third Quarter 2018

The latest issue looks at how new technology is affecting Texas business, the rise in state property taxes, parental borrowing for college and how Texas would stack up as a country. It also includes a Spotlight and Q&A on the energy industry amid the shale boom.

Upcoming Global Perspectives

This speaker series brings thought leaders from the worlds of business and academia to the Dallas Fed to share their insights on global developments.

Jerome H. Powell
November 14, 2018

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