Texas economic activity stabilizes, but slower job growth is ahead
Output growth in Texas has stabilized after a relatively robust 2018. However, a tight labor market, slowing energy activity and weakening global demand will restrain Texas growth during 2019, an assessment consistent with the Dallas Fed’s outlook for the year.
April 04, 2019
Not everything Is bigger in Texas: The varied fortunes of four smaller metros
While Texas’ major metropolitan areas power the bulk of the state’s commercial activity, some smaller metros have worked to establish their place as part of the state’s economic mosaic.
February 21, 2019
At the Heart of Texas: Cities' Industry Clusters Drive Growth
The second edition of this special report is a comprehensive look at the industry clusters, history and demographics shaping 12 of Texas' metropolitan areas, four of which are new to the report.
December 12, 2018
Weathering the Storm: A Framework for Meeting CRA Obligations
This report provides a brief overview of disaster recovery and its connection to the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).
August 14, 2018
Research Events
Global Oil Supply & Demand: Prospects For Greater Balance
The Federal Reserve Banks of Dallas and Kansas City held their second joint energy conference, which focused on global oil supply dynamics, the global oil demand outlook, and the oil and gas regulatory environment. Top leaders from academia, business and government presented and discussed their views on these topics.
September 22, 2017
Surveys
Dallas Fed Energy Survey
Business activity increased in the second quarter, albeit at a slightly slower pace, according to oil and gas executives responding to the Dallas Fed Energy Survey.
June 28, 2017
Texas Economy
Texas Manufacturing Outlook Survey
Texas factory activity increased in June, according to business executives responding to the Texas Manufacturing Outlook Survey.
June 26, 2017
Surveys
Dallas Fed Energy Survey
Business activity continued to rise in the first quarter, according to oil and gas executives responding to the Dallas Fed Energy Survey.
March 29, 2017
Texas Economy
Texas Manufacturing Outlook Survey
Texas factory activity increased for the ninth consecutive month in March, according to business executives responding to the Texas Manufacturing Outlook Survey.
March 27, 2017
Research Events
Oil and the Economy: Adapting to a New Reality
This event focused on the key drivers of recent oil price movements and their implications for the energy industry, the financial sector and the broader economy.
November 18, 2016