http://www.frbatlanta.org/rss/ A variety of Atlanta Fed print, online, and other materials dealing with economic and financial topics. These publications appeal to a wide range of readers, from students and teachers of economics to bankers, businesspeople, and professional economists. en-us http://www.frbatlanta.org/ http://www.frbatlanta.org/images/rss-logo.gif http://www.frbatlanta.org/rss/ http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/financialupdate/13q2_raskin_economy_improving.cfm Thu, 30 May 2013 00:05:00 EST Despite some persistent restraints, the U.S. economic recovery seems to have gained some steam. Still, according to a recent speech by Federal Reserve Governor Sarah Bloom Raskin, federal fiscal policy and inequality in wealth and income are among the problems that could linger. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/financialupdate/13q2_annual_report.cfm Thu, 30 May 2013 00:05:00 EST The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta recently published its 2012 annual report, an interactive package of text, videos, and graphics that explores the interaction between monetary policy and the economy. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/financialupdate/13q2_consumer_credit.cfm Tue, 28 May 2013 00:05:00 EST Primarily driven by nonrevolving debt, total consumer credit outstanding rose in March, according to Federal Reserve data. The $7.9 billion increase was less than February's and was under economists' forecasts. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/financialupdate/13q2_bernanke_financial_system.cfm Tue, 28 May 2013 00:05:00 EST Since the financial crisis, the Federal Reserve's approach to supervision and regulation has moved toward a more systemic approach that includes closely tracking vulnerabilities in the broad financial system, Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke said during a recent speech. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/extracredit/13spring_baseball.cfm Thu, 23 May 2013 00:05:00 EST Baseball and economics have a lot more than statistics in common. Extra Credit explains how teachers can teach economics through America's favorite pastime. Read more. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/financialupdate/13q2_duke_housing_speech.cfm Wed, 22 May 2013 00:05:00 EST Although the housing market's recovery appears sustained, there are ongoing reasons for concern, Federal Reserve Governor Elizabeth Duke said in a recent speech. A tight mortgage-lending market is among her concerns. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/financialupdate/13q2_loan_officer_survey.cfm Tue, 21 May 2013 00:05:00 EST The Federal Reserve's most recent survey of bank senior loan officers indicates that lending policies are easing and loan demand is increasing. One of the key drivers behind the easing of standards is increasing competition among banks, the survey shows. http://www.frbatlanta.org/documents/pubs/econsouth/13q1_mexico_manufacturing_spanish.pdf Mon, 20 May 2013 00:05:00 EST EconSouth, First Quarter 2013. http://www.frbatlanta.org//pubs/extracredit/13spring_financial_counseling.cfm Thu, 09 May 2013 00:05:00 EST Even financially savvy consumers can experience serious financial problems--because of an illness, for example. Extra Credit offers teachers information on nonprofit financial counseling agencies that can give support to people going through tough financial times. http://www.frbatlanta.org//about/130501_highlight_12ar.cfm Wed, 01 May 2013 00:05:00 EST The Atlanta Fed's annual report, Turning Points: 7 Critical Conversations About the Economy in 2012, examines the interaction between the economy and monetary policy over the past year. The dynamic, online annual report features video conversations, interactive graphs, and more.