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Mayor Whitmire Puts Forth Balanced Budget for FY 26, Closing Major Budget Shortfall

5/8/25
Mayor John Whitmire released the City of Houston’s proposed $7 billion Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 operating budget, which includes a balanced General Fund. For Houston’s business community, sound fiscal…
Membership

New Partnership Members in April

5/5/25
The Greater Houston Partnership welcomed 18 new member companies in the month of April. The Partnership works to connect companies with resources, information and networking opportunities to help…
Manufacturing

Houston’s Manufacturing Renaissance: Why Tech Giants Are Betting Big on the Bayou City

5/1/25
Houston is, and always has been, a city that builds. From the oil rigs that powered the 20th century to the rockets that carried us to the moon, this region has built its reputation on the ability to…
Economic Development

Trade Trends with Netherlands, China and Mexico Reinforce Houston's Global Reach

4/30/25
As the global economy adapts to evolving trade policies and geopolitical tensions, Houston’s international trade performance offers insight into the strength and adaptability of the region’s economy…
Life Sciences

From Setback to Strategy: How San Jacinto College and Generation Park are Building Houston’s Biotech Workforce

4/28/25
Like every city, Houston experiences setbacks. The difference is Houston doesn’t dwell on them. It adapts, rebuilds and always comes back stronger. That’s exactly what the region is doing with…
Economy

Fifth Third Bank: Houston Well-Positioned to Withstand Economic Headwinds

4/28/25
Fifth Third Bank Chief Economist Jeff Korzenik is forecasting the Houston region and the U.S. will grow this year and avoid a recession. Despite growing concerns around inflation, labor shortages,…
Executive Partners