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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.
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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 2017, No. 17-12

Emily E. Cook, Jessie Romero and Sarah Turner

November 2017, No. 17-11

Helen Fessenden and John Bailey Jones

October 2017, No. 17-10

September 2017, No. 17-09

August 2017, No. 17-08

Helen Fessenden and Catherine Muething

July 2017, No. 17-07

June 2017, No. 17-06

May 2017, No. 17-05

April 2017, No. 17-04

March 2017, No. 17-03

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