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Econ Focus

Econ Focus (formerly Region Focus) is the economics magazine of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. It covers economic issues affecting the Fifth Federal Reserve District and the nation and is published on a quarterly basis by the Bank's Research Department.

Region Focus - Fall 2003

Region Focus
Fall 2003
Commercial Development in D.C.

Cover Story

Building in Uncle Sam's Backyard.

Several factors distinguish commercial development in Washington, D.C., from other real estate markets.

Features

Making Waves

Consolidation in the wake of FCC decision will affect Fifth District media.

The Venture Adventure

The sharp rise and fall of venture capital was a wild ride for Fifth District entrepreneurs and financiers.

Under the Influence

The economic consequences of substance abuse and addiction, and how treatment programs tackle them.

First Flight Centennial

The Wright Brothers' experiment in manned flight has changed the way people travel and do business.

Departments

Department

Article

Additional Resources

Noteworthy

The Real Value of Economic Education

Federal Reserve

Economic ABCs

Jargon Alert

Benefit-Cost Analysis

Research Spotlight

The Evolution of Property Rights 

Short Takes

News From Around the District

Interview

Mickey Levy

Economic History

Trade Trailblazer

Legislative Update

Dividend Tax Cuts

District

State Economic Conditions 

Opinion

Risky Business

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