While we have a broad research agenda, the Richmond Fed focuses on these key areas of economic study:

This series of essays articulates the Richmond Fed's views on issues of particular importance to the Fifth District and the national economy, and their policy implications:

Regional Economy

Regional Surveys of Business Activity

Sept. 28, 2017 | Survey

Carolinas Survey of Business Activity

Firms in North Carolina and South Carolina Reported Improved Business Conditions in September

Sept. 28, 2017 | Survey

Maryland Survey of Business Activity

Reports Indicate Improved Conditions Among Maryland Firms in September

Reports

Oct. 12, 2017 | Speech

National and Regional Economic Outlook

Ann Macheras, group vice president in the Richmond Fed's Research Department, spoke at a conference for electric cooperatives in Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware in September 2017.

Regional Matters

Oct. 18, 2017 | Publication

A Tale of Three Cities: Richmond, Charlotte, and Baltimore

The Fifth District economy – like the U.S. economy – is increasingly driven by urban areas. How can we start to understand the existence, growth, and decline of cities in the context of Richmond, Va., Charlotte, N.C., and Baltimore, Md.?

Oct. 3, 2017 | Publication

The Hispanic Population in the Fifth District: Growing and Working

National Hispanic Heritage Month, which started on Sept. 15 and continues through Oct. 15, is a time to celebrate the culture, history, and accomplishments of American citizens who trace their ancestors to Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The Hispanic population in the Fifth District is significant and is growing, but a look at labor market indicators provides some insight on the disparity in outcomes for the Hispanic population relative to the population overall.

National Economy