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Old oil fields reimagined as lithium sources

The Smackover Formation, extending broadly from East Texas to Florida, is ground zero in the effort to produce lithium from oilfield brines.

April 18, 2024

Foundational considerations in a changing economy

President Lorie K. Logan offers her views on the evolving economy and how she is continuing to apply foundational considerations to thinking about monetary policy in this new environment.

October 09, 2024

How valuable is a short-term credential for a job seeker? It’s complicated

Employer demand for short-term credentials is rising. But the likelihood of such credentials leading to higher wage offers depends on the industry and can change over time.

August 09, 2024

Dirty air from wildfires casts a cloud over household finances

Using California's Camp Fire as a natural laboratory, this article examines the effects of both fire and smoke-related air pollution on household credit card spending and repayment.

September 24, 2024

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Mexico and the border region

By understanding Mexico and its economy, we can better understand our own economy. Learn about this unique and dynamic relationship with research from the Dallas Fed.

Dallas Fed Economics

Rising unemployment does not mean recession is inevitable

Texas posts job gains in August, bolstering outlook despite signs of slowing

Dirty air from wildfires casts a cloud over household finances

Anticipatory discount window stigma

How valuable is a short-term credential for a job seeker? It’s complicated

Moving up, falling back or staying still: How income mobility in Texas differs by race, ethnicity

Income disparities between white and Hispanic and Black Texans seen from 2005 to 2019

Funding to address broadband gaps in the Eleventh District

No need for Texas to come up dry in pursuit of adequate water supplies

Old oil fields reimagined as lithium sources

Texas community banks grapple with national stresses as elevated rates pose new tests

Cattle ranchers have no beef with sizzling prices as consumers keep buying

Dallas Fed Economics

Texas firms using AI report little impact on employment

The Dallas Fed's Texas Business Outlook Surveys asked a series of special questions focused on AI and technology. Forty percent of respondents reported using AI; most cited minimal impact on staffing.

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