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Atlanta Fed president Raphael Bostic recently spoke with the media to discuss monetary policy and his thinking about recent economic conditions. This article summarizes that conversation and the policy decision that immediately preceded it. https://atlfed.org/4j8S4IM

Are cities with a broader mix of sectors and occupations more resilient? Analysis of data across occupations, industries, and cities in France reveals that local economic diversity provides workers with valuable insurance. In this working paper, Atlanta Fed research economist Simon Fuchs and others propose a framework to quantify this "insurance value" of economic diversity. https://atlfed.org/4hRHoNF Authors: Fran?ois de Soyres, Simon Fuchs, illenin kondo, Hélène Maghin, PhD

As technology improves, so does the speed of transactions. Take On Payments looks at the Federal Reserve Payments Study for data illustrating the speediness of transaction types. For instance, same-day ACH debit transfers grew 39 percent and credit transfers grew by 21 percent per year by value from 2018 to 2021. How does that compare to non-same-day transactions? Read the recent Take On Payments. Author: Claire Greene https://atlfed.org/4j55JR5

Atlanta Fed president Raphael Bostic recently spoke with the media to discuss monetary policy and his thinking about recent economic conditions. This article summarizes that conversation and the policy decision that immediately preceded it. https://atlfed.org/3Xy59TH

The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta is proud to welcome six new members to its Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council (CDIAC). Congratulations to: Angie Barger Executive Director of Member Services Innovations FCU Aaron Dorn Chairman, President, and CEO Studio Bank Susan Moss President and CEO Planters & Citizens Bank Joe Newberry President and CEO Redstone Federal Credit Union Brian North President and CEO Fifth District Savings Bank Suzanne Weinstein President and CEO Orlando Credit Union CDIAC members are selected from representatives of banks, thrift institutions, and credit unions serving on local advisory councils at the 12 Federal Reserve Banks. Read the full press release here: https://atlfed.org/41WVreU.

“We’ve just gone through a period of elevated inflation, so it’s very much on the consumer’s mind. I fear that they might be more sensitive to higher prices today than they have been in the past.” In case you missed it, watch my full conversation with Bloomberg’s Michael McKee: https://lnkd.in/e9xKds37.

The Atlanta Fed’s 2024 annual report is now available. The report includes information on our leadership structure, financials, compliance, and commitment to transparency. Access the report here: https://atlfed.org/41MV32v

As technology improves, so does the speed of transactions. Take On Payments looks at the Federal Reserve Payments Study for data illustrating the speediness of transaction methods. https://atlfed.org/4iOpGM2 Author: Claire Greene

Congratulations to vice president and regional executive Shari Bower for being recognized as one of the South Florida Business Journal's 2025 Influential Business Women. It’s a well-deserved recognition! Shari is a part of the Atlanta Fed's Regional Economic Information Network (REIN), where she oversees the Miami Branch's board of directors, the District's Advisory Council on Travel and Tourism, and regional community outreach efforts. Find out more about Shari’s work and how our REIN team keeps an eye on communities throughout the Sixth District: https://atlfed.org/3Y2ITRX. #AtlantaFed #REIN