The Regional Matters posts here aim to analyze local, regional, and national data to gain a better understanding of the Fifth District.

Leveraging some of its natural advantages, Virginia has encouraged the industry's growth through tax incentives and other initiatives. It is now home to hundreds of data centers, many in Northern Virginia's "Data Center Alley."

Social capital — the strength of social networks within communities — can be important to economic mobility. We look at how this measure varies for communities across our district.

The Richmond Fed hosted CORE Week and also launched the Goodfriend Memorial Lecture in early May.

The Richmond Fed Community Conversations team learned about efforts to pivot in central business districts and achieve collaborative wins in affordable housing during a recent visit to Northern Virginia.

The Regional Matters posts here aim to analyze local, regional, and national data to gain a better understanding of the Fifth District.