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Author:Gascon, Charles S. 

Social Distancing, but Mostly during the Workweek?

Analyzing a new index from the Dallas Fed shows that a key component of social distancing—staying at home—seems to be happening nationally during the week but not as much on the weekends.
On the Economy

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St. Louis Fed Steps in to Provide More-Timely Jobs Data

Although these [2018] revisions [to monthly state and local employment data] were significant, they didn?t come as a surprise to us at the St. Louis Fed. We have been releasing our own estimates of regional employment growth since mid-2017, and they have generally matched up well with the revisions released every March by the BLS. Our estimates can alert policymakers of likely revisions well ahead of time, allowing them to make decisions based on information that is often more accurate than the initial releases from the BLS.
The Regional Economist , Volume 26 , Issue 2

Journal Article
Labor Market Conditions Have Eased, but Why? A State-Level View

An analysis examines how changes in labor supply and labor demand contributed to loosening state and national job market conditions in 2023.
The Regional Economist

What Is the Impact of School Closures during the Pandemic?

A regional economist at the St. Louis Fed discusses how extended school closures could affect the economy and society.
On the Economy

Journal Article
Industry Mix May Help Explain Urban-Rural Divide in Economic Growth

Economic growth in U.S. rural areas may be slower than growth in urban areas because of a different industry mix.
The Regional Economist , Volume 27 , Issue 2

Journal Article
A closer look: assistance programs in the wake of the crisis

An unprecedented amount of aid was extended by the Treasury, Fed and FDIC to companies, agencies and individuals. This aid was necessary and, in many cases, will return a profit to taxpayers.
The Regional Economist , Issue Jan , Pages 4-10

Journal Article
Pandemic, Rising Costs Challenge Child Care Industry

As the economy recovers and more parents return to work, declining child care capacity, combined with higher wages, could continue to push up costs.
The Regional Economist

The Changing Composition of Disability among America’s Workers

Employment has increased at a higher rate among the disabled population than the broader population since the onset of COVID-19. Which types of disabilities are associated with the recent increase?
On the Economy

Journal Article
Health Care, Hospitality and Retirees Keep Hot Springs Afloat

Although this small MSA has strong health care and tourism sectors, it also has its share of challenges: income inequality, no airport and Americans? changing vacation patterns.
The Regional Economist , Issue July

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Variations in Inflation across U.S. Metro Areas

Housing cost appears to play an important role when examining differences in inflation across U.S. metro areas.
The Regional Economist

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