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Reflections of a Monetary Policymaker

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Employment Growth Slows in the Eighth District

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 12:00:00 CDT

Decline in Labor Force Participation Could Lower Standard of Living

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 12:00:00 CDT

Asian Nations Driving World Oil Prices

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 12:00:00 CDT

The rapid growth in China and India has led to an increase in demand for oil, which, in turn, has driven up prices. After adjusting for inflation, a barrel of oil today costs about what it did during the 1979 oil shock.

The Taking of Prosperity? Kelo vs. New London and the Economics of Eminent Domain

Mon, 01 Jan 2007 12:00:00 CDT

The forced sale of homes for private development usually results in a zero-sum gain and may actually hinder development in the area, economists have found.

Slowdown in Housing Won’t Shut Down Economic Growth

Sat, 01 Jul 2006 12:00:00 CDT

How Dangerous Is the U.S. Current Account Deficit?

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 12:00:00 CDT

Although this deficit has been rising steadily since the early 1990s, a “hard landing” for the U.S. economy is unlikely. One reason is that only in the United States can so many foreigners invest so much money and get such good returns.

Three Metro Areas Outside St. Louis Outpace State of Missouri as a Whole

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 12:00:00 CDT

District's Largest Urban Area Slowly Regains Jobs Lost during Recession

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 12:00:00 CDT

Employment Trends Vary in Three of Missouri's Metro Areas

Fri, 01 Apr 2005 12:00:00 CDT

The Real Population Problem: Too Few Working, Too Many Retired

Fri, 01 Apr 2005 12:00:00 CDT

It's not the total number of people that should be causing worry, but the number of retired people relative to those still working. Across the world, the ranks of retirees are swelling as the ranks of those working—and paying taxes to support retirees—are not keeping up. Something—or someone—has got to give.

Keep Your Résumé Current: The Causes Behind Declining Job Tenure

Sat, 01 Jan 2005 12:00:00 CDT

Having the same job for one's entire career has become much less common over the past quarter-century. Many people switch jobs voluntarily; others, not. Behind this trend are changes in demographics, changes in technology and changes in such institutions as unions and international trade.

What Is Driving Oil Prices?

Sat, 01 Jan 2005 12:00:00 CDT

Because of the record high spot and futures prices for oil in 2004, economists are once again trying to fully understand all of the driving factors behind the jumps in price. Besides supply and demand, speculation is drawing a lot of attention these days.

Recessions, Expansions and Black Employment

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 12:00:00 CDT

Credit Unions Make Friends—But Not with Bankers

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 12:00:00 CDT

Unable to slow the growth of credit unions by protesting their tax breaks and sponsor subsidies, banks are citing other reasons to bolster their case that the competition has an unfair edge.

Marriage, Motherhood and Money: How Do Women’s Life Decisions Influence Their Wages?

Tue, 01 Apr 2003 12:00:00 CDT

Becoming a wife. Becoming a mother. Read how these critical life decisions affect the salary women take home.

Low Unemployment: Old Dogs or New Tricks?

Mon, 01 Oct 2001 12:00:00 CDT

Technology usually gets the credit for the unusually low unemployment of the not-too-distant past. But baby boomers, with all their years' experience, also played a role.

Suburban Expansion: District Growth Rate Tops National Average, Census Shows

Mon, 01 Oct 2001 12:00:00 CDT

Census figures show that suburbs in the Eighth District are growing faster than they are for the nation as a whole.

To Bear or Not to Bear

Sun, 01 Jul 2001 12:00:00 CDT

Weighing the costs vs. the benefits of having children may seem like a cold-blooded exercise. Yet such an analysis can help us understand not only such private decisions but public policies, too.

The Changing Face of the Eighth District

Sun, 01 Jul 2001 12:00:00 CDT

The census shows we lag the country in population growth and in racial diversity.

Tupelo, Miss., Fights to Keep Furniture King

Sun, 01 Jul 2001 12:00:00 CDT

Hazelwood, Mo., Is a City At The Crossroads

Tue, 01 Oct 2002 12:00:00 CDT

The Stock Market: Beyond Risk Lies Uncertainty

Mon, 01 Jul 2002 12:00:00 CDT

In the cover story, stock market investors will find out why it's so important to distinguish between these two sides of randomness.

Is Federal Home Loan Bank Funding A Risky Business For The FDIC?

Sun, 01 Oct 2000 12:00:00 CDT

Easy access to FHLB funds has helped community banks stay afloat in today's competitive markets, but could pose a risk to the FDIC's insurance fund.

The U.S. Trade Deficit: Sideshow To The "New Economy"?

Sat, 01 Apr 2000 12:00:00 CDT

Politicians, the public and the press seem to view the trade deficit as if it were a cancer on the republic. But the current U.S. trade deficit looks to be more good news than bad.