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With the 2024 holiday season wrapped up, it’s time to take a closer look at the numbers and understand what drove this year’s better-than-expected consumer spending.
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Daily commutes are a necessary evil for many Texans in urban areas. Who knew they can serve as a bellwether of a region’s economic growth? Austin served as a recent case study.
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Home sales typically cool off by October, but this year is a little different with sales in both September and October higher than they were during the summer. The rate of new listings is still on the rise resulting in rising inventory levels.
The Outlook for the Texas Economy delivers an in-depth analysis of the state’s economic performance. It covers employment, inflation, trade, housing, and key industry trends, providing valuable insights for businesses, policymakers, and investors tracking Texas’ economic growth and market conditions.
Like last quarter, border employment grew in 3Q2024but not enough to prevent an increase in the unemployment rate. Housing sales had a worse second quarter this year than last year, and home prices increased in two of the four border metros.
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