The economy of Houston is primarily based on the energy industry (particularly oil), however, biomedical research and aerospace are also large parts of the city's economic base.

Major Industries and Commercial Activity. Energy has been the primary factor in the Houston economy since oil was first discovered in the region in 1901.

This article looks at the new rules used to define metropolitan statistical areas, now more transparent and easier to understand than in the past.

BUSINESS IN HOUSTON > ECONOMY & TRADE: Houston is home to a thriving business economy that has rapidly diversified from its strong energy base. This economic diversification ...

Houston is an international and corporate business center, boasting 15 Fortune 500 companies, as well as a leading city in energy, medical and technical, and chemical industries.

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Houston economy to hang on, report says ... Related News. Real estate vets offer their outlook for the local market ... Transwestern 's annual forecast predicts that Houston's ...

McCaffrey outlines Houston?s place in global economy ... Retired U.S. Army Gen. Barry McCaffrey stressed Houston?s unique position in homeland security during a luncheon on ...