In Uncertain Times, Fed Sometimes Turns to ‘Insurance’

August 19, 2019

In June 2019, a concept appeared in the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes that had not shown up in FOMC minutes for 11 years—the idea of monetary policy “insurance.”

Texas Economy

Texas Employment Forecast

August 16, 2019

Incorporating July job growth of 3.4 percent and a slight increase in the leading index, the Texas Employment Forecast suggests jobs will grow 2.6 percent this year.

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Affordable Rental Housing in Rural Texas

August 15, 2019

Explore shifts in the housing market and factors that have increased rental-cost burdens across Texas and the country.

Mexico Economic Update

Mexico's Growth Picks Up Slightly in Second Quarter

August 12, 2019

Mexico’s gross domestic product (GDP) expanded 0.4 percent in the second quarter after contracting 0.7 percent in the first quarter.

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Texas Economic Indicators

Texas’ economic performance remains solid. The state saw robust job growth in July, and the unemployment rate held steady at a record low, indicating continued tightness in labor markets.

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Texas Employment Forecast

Incorporating July job growth of 3.4 percent and a slight increase in the leading index, the Texas Employment Forecast suggests jobs will grow 2.6 percent this year.

Community Development Publications

Affordable Rental Housing in Rural Texas

Explore shifts in the housing market and factors that have increased rental-cost burdens across Texas and the country.

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09/05/19
Global Perspectives with Ruth J. Simmons
Dallas Fed
09/26/19
Forging a New Path in North American Trade and Immigration
Dallas Fed
09/26/19
Banking and the Economy: A Forum for Minorities in Banking
St. Louis, Missouri

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Forging a New Path in North American Trade and Immigration

This conference on Sept. 26–27 will explore the challenges and opportunities presented by the proposed United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA).

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Southwest Economy, Second Quarter 2019

The latest issue looks at Texas’ tight labor markets, booming industrial construction and Eleventh District bank performance. It also includes a Spotlight on Mexico’s fiscal reform, a Q&A with Southwest Business Corp.’s Charlie Amato and an infographic on state graduation rates.

Global Perspectives

This speaker series connects global thought leaders and community members for conversation around economic issues.

Janet Yellen—Video
April 10, Houston
Ruth Simmons
Sept. 5, Dallas

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As one of twelve regional Reserve Banks in the Federal Reserve System, the Dallas Fed serves the Eleventh Federal Reserve District, which consists of Texas, northern Louisiana and southern New Mexico.

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