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Dallas Fed Economics Supplier networks transmit Fed rate moves through economy An important way monetary policy affects the economy is through household spending. When the Federal Reserve increases or lowers interest rates, the effects do not end with just the businesses most exposed to the resulting changes in household spending. June 30, 2026 Dallas Fed Economics Rising hedge fund leverage affects monetary policy implementation The structure of the Treasury and repurchase agreement (repo) markets has changed over the past decade in ways that alter how administered rates pass through to market rates. May 28, 2026 Speeches and essays Opening remarks for ‘Monetary policy and imbalances’ panel Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan discusses energy markets, financial imbalances and the implications of declining global fertility. May 27, 2026 Dallas Fed Economics Climbing the employment ladder tough when bottom rung is broken Recent labor market data appear to reflect a low-hire, low-fire equilibrium. Because aggregate layoffs remain low by historical standards, the upward drift in the unemployment rate over the past two years is often viewed as a benign normalization process rather than a cyclical vulnerability. May 26, 2026 Working Paper Term Funding Premium—Time Is Money After All This paper presents evidence from financial markets arguing for the explicit recognition of a different kind of premium that is associated with terming out funding without bearing interest rate risk. May 11, 2026 Dallas Fed Economics What drives mortgage rates and their response to monetary policy changes Mortgage rates are an important channel for monetary policy pass-through. However, this channel is complex. May 07, 2026 Dallas Fed Economics Skewness warrants caution as Trimmed Mean PCE inflation eases Divergence of core and trimmed mean inflation readings prompt reassessment of which one is the best indicator of medium-term trend. April 16, 2026 Speeches and essays The banking system and the demand for reserves When it comes to the balance sheet, as with all of the Fed’s work, the focus needs to be on how we can best serve the public and support a strong economy and financial system. April 02, 2026 Dallas Fed Economics Options for reducing the size of the Fed’s balance sheet Some observers have argued that the Federal Reserve’s balance sheet is too large and complicates the central bank’s operations. We catalog options for reducing the Fed’s major liabilities, which help determine the size of the balance sheet, as well as a framework for assessing the costs and benefits of those options. April 02, 2026 Dallas Fed Economics Break-even employment declines as unauthorized immigration outflows continue For policymakers, interpreting labor market conditions increasingly requires looking beyond headline payroll growth and incorporating timely measures of immigration and labor supply. March 31, 2026 ‹‹ ‹ 1 2 3 ... 16 › ›› Share this Quick links Global Institute Building Wealth Banking blog Communities blog Economics blog Visit us Publications About us Transparency Holiday schedule Careers Office of Minority and Women Inclusion Contact us Frequently asked questions Locations and teams Media relations Vendors and suppliers Website feedback Stay informed Get analysis, research, resources and event information delivered directly to your inbox. Subscribe Email address Sign Up -- Follow the Dallas Fed 2200 N. Pearl St., Dallas, Texas 75201 P: 214.922.6000 or 800.333.4460-- expand_less Top 2200 N. Pearl St., Dallas, Texas 75201214.922.6000 or 800.333.4460Terms of UsePrivacy Notice