U.S. Federal Reserve Board & Districts
The Federal Reserve System functions as the central bank of the United States. The most important function of the Federal Reserve System is to control the supply of money and credit in available in the country. The governing body of the Federal Reserve System is the Board of Governors, known as the Federal Reserve Board. It is the responsibility of the Federal Reserve Board to oversee the administration and policy development of the Federal Reserve System. The Board consists of seven members, each appointed by the President of the United States. The current Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board is Alan Greenspan. The links included herein relate to the Federal Reserve Board and districts.
Federal Reserve Bank, Saint Louis, Missouri: Economic Data
A repository for information ranging from historical U.S. economic and financial data, to monetary and business indicators for seven states.
Federal Reserve Board: Beige Book
Find a repository of data, including anecdotal reports that cover current conditions relating to the economy.
Federal Reserve Board: Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
A starting point for a comprehensive look at the Federal Reserve System, including testimony and speeches by Federal Reserve officials.
Federal Reserve Board: Community Reinvestment Act
Browse this site for an insightful look at the Community Reinvestment Act, including a listing of performance ratings of banks.
Federal Reserve Board: National Information Center
Review this repository for information on Federal Reserve Board banks and other financial institutions. Includes a database on domestic banks.
Federal Reserve Board: Summary of Commentary on Current Economic Conditions
Discover this fascinating resource for information on economic conditions in the Federal Reserve Districts.
Riijksuniversiteit Groningen, The Netherlands: History of Central Banking in the United States
A chronicle of developments in banking, including the creation of the First and Second Banks of the U.S.