Journal Article
Another Difficult Year in 2016, but Cautious Optimism for 2017
Wilkerson, Chad R. (2016-12-20)
This edition of the Oklahoma Economist explores firms expectations, which suggest some cautious optimism for the state's economy in 2017, despite a sharp economic decline in 2015.
Oklahoma Economist , Volume 2016 , Issue Q4

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Population Boom: Where are Oklahoma’s newest residents living and working?
Wilkerson, Chad R.; Farha, Chase (2024-03-04)
The previous edition of the Oklahoma Economist discovered those moving in came mostly from the Western U.S., and the state experienced “brain gain” after losing college graduates to other states for many years. This edition explores where in Oklahoma these new residents moved to and where other residents have moved within the state, as well as the demographics and employment status of those moving in.
Oklahoma Economist , Volume 2024 , Issue 2

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Update on Oklahoma's economy
Ojeda, Elena; Williams, Megan D.; Wilkerson, Chad R. (2014-01)
Oklahoma Economist , Issue Q I , Pages 1-4

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A Year of Solid Recovery in 2017—and Positive Signs Heading into 2018
Wilkerson, Chad R. (2017-12-20)
Oklahoma’s economy staged a solid recovery in 2017 and outlook for 2018 appears positive.
Oklahoma Economist , Volume 2017 , Issue Q4

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Oklahoma’s Rising Labor Force Participation Driven Largely by Native Americans
Wilkerson, Chad R.; Farha, Chase (2024-10-02)
This edition of Oklahoma Economist finds that the state’s increase in labor force participation since 2021 has been primarily driven by heightened participation among the Native American population, in both metro and non-metro areas.
Oklahoma Economist , Volume 2024

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Update on Oklahoma's economy
Williams, Megan D.; Wilkerson, Chad R. (2013-07)
Oklahoma Economist , Issue Q III , Pages 1-2

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Update on Oklahoma’s economy : Spotlight on Tulsa
Williams, Megan D.; Wilkerson, Chad R. (2012-04)
Economic growth in Oklahoma continued to outpace the nation through spring 2012. Oklahoma payroll employment was up from a year ago in April. Manufacturing and energy continued to lead Oklahoma?s growth in total jobs and professional service firms also grew solidly. Construction employment has declined from levels posted last year, perhaps due in part to the winding down of several large commercial projects in Oklahoma City. Employment in most other Oklahoma industries was generally stable.
Oklahoma Economist , Issue Q II

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How is Oklahoma Real Estate Positioned in this Oil Downturn?
Wilkerson, Chad R. (2015-12-15)
This edition of The Oklahoma Economist examines historical trends for residential and commercial construction and finds there has been much less building heading into this downturn in the oil and gas industry than in some previous episodes.
Oklahoma Economist , Volume 2015 , Issue Q4

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How Strong Is the Recovery in Oklahoma’s Oil and Gas Sector?
Wilkerson, Chad R. (2017-03-21)
After a few tough years, Oklahoma’s oil and gas sector is showing some signs of a rebound in early 2017.
Oklahoma Economist , Volume 2017 , Issue Q1

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Harvesting the Wind: Oklahoma’s Strong Electricity Growth Has Few Agricultural Tradeoffs
Cowley, Cortney; Farha, Chase (2024-08-30)
This edition of Oklahoma Economist examines where electricity is generated within the state, its effect on agricultural land, and what may lie ahead.
Oklahoma Economist , Volume 2024 , Issue 3