Monetary Policy & Economic Research
Perspectives on the national and New England economies that inform the Federal Reserve’s policymaking
As part of the Central bank of the United States, the Boston Fed works to promote sound growth and financial stability in New England and the nation. We contribute to communities, the region, and the nation by conducting economic research, participating in monetary policy-making, supervising certain financial institutions, providing financial services and payments, playing a leadership role in the payments industry, and supporting economic well-being in communities through a variety of efforts.
Community Development
Research and community development initiatives that support progress in low- and moderate-income communities
Payments Innovation
Contributing to a secure, reliable, and accessible U.S. payments system
Supervision & Credit
Advancing financial stability and the safety and soundness of financial institutions
