A comprehensive list of recently added postings on Dallasfed.org.
San Antonio Economic Indicators
The San Antonio economy expanded at a steady pace in February. The San Antonio Business-Cycle Index grew slightly above its long-term trend, although job growth was modest and the unemployment rate rose slightly.
March 29, 2018
Oil and Gas Activity Expands Robustly
Energy sector activity strengthened further in first quarter 2018, according to oil and gas executives responding to the Dallas Fed Energy Survey.
March 28, 2018
Dallas-Fort Worth Economic Indicators
DFW economic growth continued in February, with payroll employment expanding and unemployment staying low.
March 28, 2018
Texas Economic Indicators
Texas economic growth remained robust in February. The state posted strong job gains, and unemployment remained low. The Texas Leading Index ticked down following several months of strong growth. Home inventories remained low, and home sales rose in the month, while indicators of residential construction were mixed.
March 26, 2018
Texas Employment Forecast
Incorporating an upwardly revised January job growth of 4.0 percent, February growth of 3.2 percent and new leading index data, the Texas Employment Forecast suggests jobs will grow 3.4 percent this year (December/December), with an 80 percent confidence band of 2.1 to 4.7 percent.
March 23, 2018
Permian Basin Economic Indicators
Midland and Odessa’s combined nonfarm employment increased to 172,200 during January, and unemployment continued to fall. Oil production grew to over 3 million barrels per day and the rig count continued to rise.
March 22, 2018
Houston Economic Indicators
Recent economic data remain positive for Houston. January employment growth was healthy, and job growth in 2017 was stronger than initially estimated.
March 21, 2018
Estimating Taxable Income Responses with Elasticity Heterogeneity
This paper illustrates the empirical importance of elasticity heterogeneity by using the NBER tax panel for 1979-1990.
March 21, 2018
Seizing the Opportunity for Equitable and Inclusive Redevelopment
This report highlights lessons learned from continued recovery efforts in Galveston, Texas, following Hurricane Ike, which can inform communities currently rebuilding after recent natural disasters.
March 16, 2018
San Antonio Economic Indicators
The San Antonio economy expanded at a steady pace in January. The San Antonio Business-Cycle Index grew slightly above its long-term trend despite weak job growth and an uptick in the unemployment rate.
March 15, 2018