Speeches

President Tom Barkin discusses his perspectives on the U.S. economy today and whether we’re sailing toward calmer seas or into more turbulent waters.

Executive Vice President and Director of Research, Anna Kovner, shares her perspectives on the economic outlook. 

President Tom Barkin considers the economic landscape amid renewed uncertainty.

President Tom Barkin shares his views on today’s economy and the path ahead.

President Tom Barkin reflects on 2025 and shares his economic outlook for the year ahead.

President Tom Barkin shares his perspective on the economy and how the Richmond Fed's outreach efforts inform it.

President Tom Barkin discusses what he’s seeing in the data, hearing from businesses and expecting in the months to come.

President Tom Barkin discusses the hurdles to and potential for growth in rural communities.