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2026 College Fed Challenge OrientationEconomy

The orientation introduces the College Fed Challenge. The Federal Reserve System is the United States’ central bank and carries out functions including monetary policy aimed at maximum employment, stable prices and moderate long-term interest rates.

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FOMC Introductory Statement, September 16, 2026Economy

The Federal Reserve released the introductory statement for the Federal Open Market Committee meeting on September 16, 2026, along with a transcript of the press conference and meeting materials. The U.S. central bank conducts monetary policy to support maximum employment, stable prices and moderate long-term interest rates.

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FOMC Press Conference, September 16, 2026Economy28:43

The Federal Reserve held its Federal Open Market Committee press conference on September 16 and released the transcript and meeting materials. As the U.S. central bank, the Fed conducts monetary policy to promote maximum employment, stable prices and the effective operation of the economy.

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G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors MeetingEconomy

The G20 is holding a ministerial meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors on August 31, 2026. The Federal Reserve is the U.S. central bank, responsible for monetary policy, financial-system stability and containing systemic risks.

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FOMC Press Conference, July 29, 2026Economy

The Federal Reserve has published the transcript and meeting materials for the Federal Open Market Committee press conference held on July 29, 2026. The U.S. central bank conducts national monetary policy. Its stated functions include promoting maximum employment and stable prices while supporting the effective operation of the U.S. economy and the broader public interest.

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FOMC Introductory Statement, July 29, 2026Economy

The Federal Reserve issued the introductory statement for the Federal Open Market Committee meeting held on July 29, 2026. The release provides links to a transcript and meeting materials. As the central bank of the United States, the Federal Reserve carries out functions intended to support the effective operation of the economy and the broader public interest. Its monetary-policy role is aimed at maximum employment, stable prices and moderate …

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Financial Health in the United States Panel on Next-Gen Financial Inclusion Set for July 14, 2026Economy

The Federal Reserve System is set to hold a panel on financial health in the United States on July 14, 2026. The discussion is part of the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion program. As the U.S. central bank, the Federal Reserve carries out functions intended to support the effective operation of the economy and the broader public interest. Its responsibilities include conducting monetary policy to encourage maximum employment, stable prices and moderate long-term interest rates.

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Emerging Payment Methods, Digital Access, and Payments Inclusion Panel, July 14, 2026Economy

The Federal Reserve will hold a panel on emerging payment methods, digital access and payments inclusion on July 14, 2026. The discussion is part of the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion conference. As the United States’ central bank, the Federal Reserve carries out functions intended to support the effective operation of the economy and the broader public interest.

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Governor Cook to Moderate Panel on Emerging Innovation, AI and Financial InclusionEconomy

Governor Cook is scheduled to moderate a panel on emerging innovation, artificial intelligence and financial inclusion at the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion conference on July 14, 2026. The Federal Reserve System is the central bank of the United States. It carries out monetary policy aimed at maximum employment, stable prices and moderate long-term interest rates. The system also performs broader functions intended to support the effective operation of the U.S. economy and the public interest.

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Fireside chat with Governor Barr on artificial intelligence and financial inclusionEconomy

Governor Barr is scheduled to take part in a fireside chat on artificial intelligence and financial inclusion. The discussion is part of the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion conference on July 14, 2026. The Federal Reserve System, the central bank of the United States, carries out functions intended to support the effective operation of the U.S. economy and the broader public interest. Its responsibilities include monetary policy, employment, price stability and long-term interest rates.

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Governor Barr speaks on artificial intelligenceEconomy

Federal Reserve Governor Barr delivered remarks on artificial intelligence at the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion conference. The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States and carries out several functions intended to support the effective operation of the U.S. economy and the public interest. Its responsibilities include conducting monetary policy to promote maximum employment, stable prices, and moderate long-term interest rates.

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Next-Gen Financial Inclusion, July 14, 2026Economy

The Federal Reserve held a Next-Gen Financial Inclusion event on July 14, 2026. The U.S. central bank says its work is intended to support the effective operation of the economy and the broader public interest. Its responsibilities include conducting monetary policy to promote maximum employment, stable prices and moderate long-term interest rates. Captions and event information were provided online.

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Vice Chair for Supervision Bowman speaks on responsible innovation and financial inclusionEconomy

Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Bowman delivered remarks on responsible innovation and financial inclusion. The speech was given at the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion event. The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States and carries out functions intended to support the economy and the public interest. Its responsibilities include conducting monetary policy to promote maximum employment, stable prices, and moderate long-term interest rates.

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Governor Cook Delivers Welcome Remarks at State of Small Business SymposiumEconomy

Federal Reserve Governor Cook delivered welcome remarks at the State of Small Business Symposium on June 24, 2026. A transcript of the remarks is available as a PDF. The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States and carries out functions intended to support the effective operation of the economy and the broader public interest. Its responsibilities include conducting monetary policy and promoting financial-system stability.

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Welcoming Remarks by Governor Waller at Dollar ConferenceEconomy

Federal Reserve Governor Waller delivered welcoming remarks at the Fifth Conference on the International Roles of the U.S. Dollar. The conference addresses the dollar’s role in the international system. The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States and carries out functions intended to support the effective operation of the U.S. economy and the broader public interest.

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Welcoming Remarks by Governor Waller at Dollar ConferenceEconomy

Federal Reserve Governor Waller delivered welcoming remarks on June 22 at the Fifth Conference on the International Roles of the U.S. Dollar. The Federal Reserve System is the central bank of the United States. It carries out broad functions intended to support the effective operation of the U.S. economy and the public interest, including conducting the nation’s monetary policy.

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