The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
FRBSF Highlights
Beige Book for April 15 Beige Book :: April 15
Economic activity in the 12th District continued to slow, albeit with tentative signs of stabilization, including slightly firmer demand for information technology products.
   
Board of Govenors of the Federal Reserve Credit and Liquidity Programs and the Balance Sheet
Expanded information is provided about the policy tools the Federal Reserve has employed to address the financial crisis. It includes a detailed explanation of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet, discussion of Federal Reserve risk-management practices, and information on the types and amounts of collateral being pledged at various lending facilities. (learn more) (offsite)
   
The Financial Crisis: A Timeline of Events and Policy Actions The Financial Crisis: A Timeline of Events and Policy Actions
The Federal Reserve, the U.S. Treasury and other federal agencies have taken a series of actions, some unprecedented, to stem the severe turmoil in world financial markets. This link provides information related to these market events and the actions the Fed and other governmental enterprises have undertaken. (learn more) (offsite)
   
Board of Govenors of the Federal Reserve Information Regarding Recent Federal Reserve Actions
Comprehensive list of links to information related to recent Federal Reserve actions, including press releases, Federal Register notices, and other related information. (learn more) (offsite)
   
President's Speech for May 6, 2009
Issues Raised by the Credit Crunch and Global Recession
Videoconference Presentation to the Australian Business Economists
May 6, 2009

 
Economic Letter for April 17, 2009
Are Fiscal Stimulus Funds Going to the "Right" States?
Are federal stimulus funds heading to those states best positioned to put the money to good use right away? This Letter compares the degree of economic need in different states with each state's expected share of funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
Wilson; 2009-14
About the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
One of twelve regional Federal Reserve Banks across the U.S. that, together with the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., serve as our nation's central bank.

Areas Served:

Offices:
Alaska
Arizona
California
Hawaii
Idaho
Nevada
Oregon
Utah
Washington
American Samoa
Guam
Northern Mariana Islands
Los Angeles
Portland
Salt Lake City
San Francisco
Seattle
Phoenix

The largest District, it covers 36 percent of the nation's landmass, ranks first in the size of its economy, and is home to approximately 20 percent of the nation's population.
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