The Economic Research Department conducts research on a wide range of topics in support of the Federal Reserve’s policy and public outreach functions.
Economists, analysts, and research associates contribute to studies in six broad sections: macroeconomic research, financial research, international research, microeconomic research, macro analysis and economic geography, and sustainable growth. The research output is widely disseminated, including in leading peer-reviewed scholarly journals.
To further its research mission, the department has an active visiting scholar program and collaborates with global research groups. The Department also hosts the Center for Pacific Basin Studies to promote cooperation among central banks in the Pacific Basin and to provide insight and analysis on economic policy issues affecting the region.
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SF Fed Data Explorer
The SF Fed Data Explorer is an interactive tool that enables users to easily access labor market and inflation data to create meaningful charts. The tool is particularly useful for uncovering unique data patterns and insights that are difficult to glean from aggregate data.
Center for Pacific Basin Studies
The Center for Pacific Basin Studies promotes cooperation among central banks in the Pacific Basin and provides insight and analysis on economic policy issues affecting the region.
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