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Latest New England Economic Indicators report shows continued economic growth in Q1 2019

Five of the six New England states saw unemployment rate declines

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The Beige Book - First District

Economic activity continues to expand, though manufacturers cite a slowing pace

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Declining access to health care in Northern New England

Addressing financial health of medical facilities in rural areas poses challenge for policymakers

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Exploring the public cost of low-wage work in New England

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Former Massachusetts State Representative Byron Rushing makes an opening statement as moderator of the discussion panel as part of the CHAPA Breakfast Forum: Meeting the Affordable Housing Shortage for People with Extremely Low Incomes. April 3 2019

Boston Fed report highlights struggle to provide housing for lowest income renters

Report says Mass. affordable housing supply for the “extremely low income” inadequate and shrinking

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Can FinTech make it easier to prioritize both people and profits?

Leaders at recent Boston Fed event urge FinTech innovators to think differently

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The growing shortage of affordable housing for the extremely low income in Massachusetts

High housing costs in Massachusetts place significant financial pressure on the state’s residents

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Regional Impact

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FinTech

Boston Fed experts in payments, information technology, and cybersecurity are exploring and studying advancements in FinTech to understand potential impacts to financial payment processes, regulatory oversight and supervision, and cybersecurity.

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Regional Economic Data & Conditions

We monitor the region's economy in real time and provide data and presentations about regional economic conditions.

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Services & Resources

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On a limited basis, the Boston Fed provides speakers to nonprofit, business, and civic groups on topics such as functions of the Federal Reserve, banking issues, economic conditions, community development efforts, and economic/financial education.

Publications & Data

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New England City Data
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New England City Data

The Boston Fed has created a powerful, time-saving, easy-to-use tool for people interested in the New England region. The tool uses census data to compare the demographic characteristics of lower-income and higher-income areas within a city. It also...

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New England Economic Outlook - November 17, 2017

2017

New England Economic Updates

New England Economic Outlook - November 17, 2017

by Mary A. Burke

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Economic Conditions and Recent Trends in New England and Southern Vermont

2017

New England Economic Updates

Economic Conditions and Recent Trends in New England and Southern Vermont

by Robert K. Triest

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Q3 2017: Snapshot of the New England Economy through October 10, 2017

2017

New England Economic Indicators

Q3 2017: Snapshot of the New England Economy through October 10, 2017

by Riley Sullivan

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Memo: Why has Massachusetts state tax revenue growth failed to keep up with the recovery?

2017

New England Economic Updates

Memo: Why has Massachusetts state tax revenue growth failed to keep up with the recovery?

by Giovanni P. Olivei, Robert K. Triest, and Geoffrey M.B. Tootell

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The Criminal Population in New England: Records, Convictions, and Barriers to Employment

2017 • 17–1

New England Public Policy Center Policy Reports

The Criminal Population in New England: Records, Convictions, and Barriers to Employment

by Robert Clifford and Riley Sullivan

Q1 2019: Snapshot of the New England Economy through March 29, 2019

2019

New England Economic Indicators

Q1 2019: Snapshot of the New England Economy through March 29, 2019

by Riley Sullivan

Consequences of State Disinvestment in Public Higher Education: Lessons for the New England States

2019 • 19–1

New England Public Policy Center Research Reports

Consequences of State Disinvestment in Public Higher Education: Lessons for the New England States

by Bo Zhao

Beyond Theory: Getting Practical With Blockchain

FinTech

Beyond Theory: Getting Practical With Blockchain

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Events

March 19, 2019

Fintech for Social Impact
November 9, 2018

Federal Reserve Town Hall: Faster Payments Settlement Assessment Federal Register Notice
October 31, 2018

Raising the Floor: Strategies that Make Jobs Work for All
October 17, 2018

Fintech Conference

FinTech, Financial Inclusion – and the Potential to Transform Financial Services
October 15–16, 2018

Working Conference on CSA Research
September 7–8, 2018

Economic Research Conference Series

What Are the Consequences of Long Spells of Low Interest Rates?
January 22, 2018

Paid Family and Medical Leave
June 2, 2017

New England Emerging Leaders

Emerging Leaders in New England’s Banking Industry 2017
April 20, 2017

Twitter Q&A: Answering your questions about New England’s economic activity

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The Boston Fed relies on its board of directors and regional advisory councils to help inform policymaking and efforts to promote sound growth and financial stability in New England and the nation. Our board and councils are made up of business and industry leaders from across the First District, who meet regularly with our Bank’s leadership to share perspectives on business conditions, community development, and the local economy.

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