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The general economic activity index (Indicador Global de la Actividad Económica, IGAE), Mexico’s official proxy for monthly GDP growth, edged up 0.1 percent in July according to preliminary estimates. dallasfed.org/research/updat…
The WEI is currently 3.03 percent, scaled to four-quarter GDP growth, for the week ended Sept. 19 and 3.02 percent for Sept. 12. The 13-week moving average is 2.86 percent. dallasfed.org/research/wei
The Texas Employment Forecast indicates jobs will increase 1.2 percent in 2026, with an 80 percent confidence band of 0.8 to 1.6 percent. Read the full report: dallasfed.org/research/forec…
To better understand the intersection of AI and energy, the Dallas Fed hosted the Powering AI conference examining how the United States will power its AI ambitions. Read the full recap here: dallasfed.org/cd/communities…
AI‑assisted fraud is rapidly reshaping the digital landscape, posing growing risks for consumers, financial institutions, and regulators. A Dallas Fed Banking feature explains how these groups are working together to counter emerging threats. dallasfed.org/banking/pubs/d…
Have you wondered what is powering Fort Worth’s momentum? Hear findings from the third edition of At the Heart of Texas with Laila Assanie, including metro growth since 2016 and the AI wave reshaping investment across Texas. cvent.me/7OPWxW
The WEI is currently 3.27 percent, scaled to four-quarter GDP growth, for the week ended Sept. 05 and 3.02 percent for Aug. 29. The 13-week moving average is 2.80 percent. dallasfed.org/research/wei
Fort Worth employment fell an annualized 1.8 percent in July after expanding 4.3 percent in June. Texas employment changed little in July while employment nationally dipped 0.2 percent. Examine updated metrics from the Dallas Fed: dallasfed.org/research/indic…
Houston Economic Indicators: Payrolls grew 2.1 percent annualized over the three months ending in July 2026, or 18,000 jobs. Read the full report: dallasfed.org/research/indic…
The WEI is currently 3.06 percent, scaled to four-quarter GDP growth, for the week ended Aug. 29 and 2.84 percent for Aug. 22. The 13-week moving average is 2.77 percent. dallasfed.org/research/wei
Following our recent announcement to survey the private credit market, we & the Dallas Fed have released FAQs to address inquiries on the survey scope & content. It will explore trends in the U.S. private credit direct lending market & implications for the broader economy. nyfed.org/3Uxm89X
Economic activity in the Eleventh District expanded over the reporting period. Prices rose moderately, except in the manufacturing sector which experienced robust price growth. Outlooks were stable to positive. Read more in the latest Beige Book: dallasfed.org/research/beige…
New analysis, using data from tens of millions of online job postings, shows generative artificial intelligence is reshaping labor demand in Texas, resulting in fewer openings and a shift away from more AI-exposed occupations. dallasfed.org/research/econo…
Texas Service Sector Outlook Survey: Activity expanded in August, according to business executives responding to the Texas Service Sector Outlook Survey. The revenue index, a key measure of state service sector conditions, ticked down three points to 6.6.
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Texas manufacturing output growth accelerated in August, according to business executives responding to the Texas Manufacturing Outlook Survey. The production index, a key measure of state manufacturing conditions, increased six points to 16.1. dallasfed.org/research/surve…
Special Questions: For this month’s survey, Texas business executives were asked supplemental questions on demand and margins: dallasfed.org/research/surve…
The WEI is currently 2.85 percent, scaled to four-quarter GDP growth, for the week ended Aug. 22 and 2.59 percent for Aug. 15. The 13-week moving average is 2.79 percent. dallasfed.org/research/wei
Register today for VISTAS from Texas: Economic Outlook and Prospects for the USMCA Review on Sept. 24.
Hear economists from the U.S., Canada and Mexico discuss the USMCA review and its impact on regional economic integration. Save your seat: dallasfed.org/events/2026/26…
In Depth: Banks are increasingly exploring tokenized deposits as competitors to stablecoins, which exist outside of mature regulatory frameworks. Learn more in the full report: dallasfed.org/research/econo…