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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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Economic Research
We conduct research to support policymaking and thought leadership on issues important to the Federal Reserve and the Fifth District. We also inform the public through our data and economic analysis, publications, presentations and educational resources.

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Banking & Supervision
We help ensure our financial system is operating safely and effectively, and we help support secure and efficient methods to transfer your funds through our financial system.
Education
We work with teachers, students and the public to enhance understanding of economics, personal finance and the Federal Reserve.

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Community Development
We work with community partners to identify and address economic challenges and opportunities in low- and moderate-income communities in the Fifth District.

Economic Brief

Based on staff economists' ongoing research, this non-technical publication covers current economic issues and trends every month.

December 2016, No. 16-12

November 2016, No. 16-11

October 2016, No. 16-10

Andreas Hornstein and David A. Price

September 2016, No. 16-09

August 2016, No. 16-08

Helen Fessenden and Gary Richardson

July 2016, No. 16-07

Aaron Steelman and John A. Weinberg

June 2016, No. 16-06

May 2016, No. 16-05

April 2016, No. 16-04

Jessie Romero and Nicholas Trachter

March 2016, No. 16-3

Arantxa Jarque and David A. Price

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