News
Houston’s Hotel Occupancy Is Slowly Growing, But It’s Far From Back To Normal
Posted on · Some hotels had no guests at all for some periods during the coronavirus pandemic.
Tag: houston economy
Business
Coronavirus Pandemic Causing Worst Recession In 100 Years For Houston And Beyond, Texas A&M Economist Says
Posted on · Unemployment numbers are nearing those of the Great Depression.
Business
Update: Texas Leads In COVID-19 Small Business Loan Approval
Posted on · In Greater Houston, the loans have already surpassed those for Hurricane Harvey.
News
Houston’s Art World Hard Hit By Coronavirus Pandemic
Posted on · Local organizations are trying to raise money for those mostly overlooked by the government.
News
Among Houston Businesses, Many Losers But Also Some Winners During Pandemic
Posted on · Grocery stores, medical suppliers and online retailers are among the businesses that are booming during Covid-19.
Business
90% Of Houston Small Businesses Have Lost Revenue Due To Coronavirus
Posted on · A Greater Houston Partnership survey shows the impact on Houston’s small businesses.
Business
Houston Service Workers Struggle As Coronavirus Disrupts Bar, Restaurant Service
Posted on · Restaurant closures and limited service due to the coronavirus pandemic have had a huge impact on servers and other service industry workers.
In-Depth
In Houston’s Chinatown, Coronavirus Fears Among Asian Americans Continue To Harm Businesses
Posted on · Restaurants in Chinatown on Houston’s southwest side continue to suffer big losses as customers are shying away.
Bauer Business Focus
Houston Has To Lead The Global Energy Transition, Expert Says
Posted on · Bobby Tudor says Houston’s energy industry has to find ways to deal with growing concerns about climate change.
Bauer Business Focus
Layoffs Show Houston’s Energy Industry ‘Still Adapting’ To Life After Oil Downturn
Posted on · Oil and gas companies are cutting costs amid subdued oil prices, creating uncertainty for their workforce.
Business
After Record Year For Houston Home Sales, What’s Ahead In 2020?
Posted on · The regional economy is expected to slow down next year.
Bauer Business Focus
Small Businesses Damaged By Harvey Can Now Apply For Grants
Posted on · More than two years after the storm, affected businesses can receive up to $250,000.
Bauer Business Focus
Houston To See Moderate Job Growth In 2020, According To New Forecast
Posted on · The Greater Houston Partnership has released its 2020 jobs forecast.
Houston Matters
Friday’s Show: Houston’s Economic Forecast For 2020, And The Year’s Best New Restaurants (Dec. 6, 2019)
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: We dig into the 2020 economic forecast for Houston. Local food writers continue their discussion of their favorite new restaurants of the year. We break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week's news. And we learn about a new play called Baby Screams Miracle.
Business
Holiday Sales Period Strong, But Not The Strongest, For Small Houston Retailers
Posted on · Small businesses in Houston make more money in the spring.