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We’re one of 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks working together with the Board of Governors to support a healthy economy. Our job is to serve the American public — to serve you. And our mission is to foster economic stability and strength.

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Econ Focus

First/Second Quarter 2026

The full First/Second Quarter 2026 issue of Econ Focus is coming soon. Stay tuned for more!

Meanwhile, you can read the latest full issue here.

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At the Richmond Fed

Students exploring a module from the Invest in What's Next module on their laptop.

Charting Career and Education Pathways

Through initiatives like Invest in What's Next, the Richmond Fed supports a healthy job market by helping students make informed decisions about future work and education pathways.

Research Spotlight

Responding to a Spouse's Lost Income

Does a spouse increase the amount they work when their spouse loses income? Recent research provides new evidence of this added worker effect.

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Tim Sablik