Omaha Branch
The Omaha Branch is Nebraska’s connection to the nation’s central bank through our relationships with businesses and communities across the state who have insight into local economic conditions and concerns.
Latest Information and Resources
Mass Layoffs Can Disproportionately Disrupt Small Communities
The recent closure of a meatpacking plant in Nebraska raises questions about how mass layoffs affect nearby communities.
Artificial Intelligence Offers an Opportunity for Nebraska Firms
While the adoption of artificial intelligence remains in early stages and its ultimate effects are uncertain, firms in...
Cooling Labor Markets in Nebraska Present Some Challenges for Younger Workers
Labor conditions in Nebraska have cooled over the last year, marked by slowing demand and a slight increase in unemployment.
Global trade uncertainty taps into local businesses
All goods producers are exposed to international trade to some degree, but some are more exposed than others.
Beyond the data: McCook visit explores the local economy
A recent trip to McCook, Nebraska, included visiting small businesses to learn firsthand about economic conditions.
Ask an Economist: Key agricultural trade partners are important for the farm sector and food prices
Associate Economist Ty Kreitman explores how major changes to trade relationships could lead to reduced agricultural revenue...
About the Omaha Branch
Research and Resources
The Omaha Branch works to understand the region’s economy and serve as a resource to Nebraska businesses and communities.
We support the Federal Reserve’s roles in:
- Monetary policy, including reporting on local and state-wide economic conditions
- Bank supervision and regulation of Nebraska financial institutions
- Financial services including work for the U.S. Treasury
Omaha Branch News
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Kansas City Fed announces director election results and appointments | -
Omaha Branch holds Economic Forum | -
Global trade uncertainty taps into local businesses | - Economic Resilience Amid Heavy Crosswinds |
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Beyond the data: McCook visit explores the local economy | -
Ag Summit highlights food production and distribution trends | -
Future of Finance: Meet the Omaha interns | -
Fed Listens: Trends in the Agricultural Economy | -
Affordable housing leaders share challenges, successes during CDAC meeting in Omaha | -
Connecting in Western Nebraska | -
The Ag and Energy Connection | -
At midway point, new advisor shares the unfolding story of her Nebraska tour |