Regional Economics

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Regional Spotlight: Introducing PIES

Economic Insights — The Philadelphia Fed's new Price and Inflation Expectations Survey measures Third District firms' expectations for themselves and the economy.

Discover Our District

The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia serves the Third District, which covers Delaware, southern New Jersey, and eastern and central Pennsylvania. The District’s economy is driven by a range of industries, including utilities, “eds and meds,” tourism, and agriculture. We celebrate the rich history of our region and work to support a strong economy for the people and communities who call the Third District home.

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Anna Paulson

Economic Outlook

Philadelphia Fed President and CEO Anna Paulson shared her economic outlook at Delaware State Chamber of Commerce.

State Coincident Indexes

Monthly index of general economic conditions for each of the 50 states

A bustling main street in Wayne County, PA.

Banking

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Celebrating 80 Years of Community Bank Relationships

Community banks are crucial to local and national economies. It’s one reason why the Philadelphia Fed's longtime Field Meeting Series plays a key role in our outreach to communities across the Third District.

Do Anchor Institutions Support Regional Economic Resiliency? Evidence from Penn State University

Universities and hospitals, as anchor institutions, significantly contribute to local economies by providing jobs and services. But what happens in downturns? This study analyzes the economic performance of State College, PA, during three recessions.

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Nov

12-13

2025

Ninth Annual Fintech Conference

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia (Hybrid)