SF Fed Blog
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Happy Nowruz!
We know everything feels a bit different right now, and that includes how we celebrate our families’ cultural traditions. We asked some of our employees to share what they’re doing for Nowruz, the Persian New Year, so you can experience a bit of the holiday virtually.
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WATCH: President Daly’s Message on COVID‑19
As the coronavirus situation evolves, the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco is committed to being part of the solution. President Mary C. Daly shares how we’re supporting our employees, our communities, and the nation during this challenging time.
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Celebrating International Women’s Day, ‘An Equal World is an Enabled World’
For International Women’s Day 2020, employees from all of our branches wore purple to honor women’s achievements, and show their commitment to fighting bias and challenging stereotypes.
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7 Totally Random Payment Facts to Know Right Now
Which payment methods are people using? How much cash do folks keep on hand? Which U.S. currency denomination has the shortest lifespan? Here’s some payment trivia from the Federal Reserve’s Cash Product Office you might not know. There are more $100 notes in circulation than $1 notes (14.3 billion and 12.7 billion respectively, at the […]
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What Brought the Fed to Phoenix?
Back in the 1990s, the Fed didn’t have a presence in Phoenix. Today we have a fully-automated cash processing center. Here’s the story.
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Is Job Automation Keeping Down Wages?
Although the labor market has been strong, the share of U.S. national income going to workers has dropped sharply compared with 20 years ago. Find out why with our quick video.
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Are U.S. Consumers Turning to Cards to Pay for Everyday Purchases?
When and where do consumers use cash? How often do they reach for their debit or credit card? Check out our quick video for findings from the Federal Reserve’s recent study.
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5 Fintech Trends to Watch in 2020
What’s coming up for fintech in 2020? Find out which trends our fintech analysts are monitoring in major financial technology sectors.
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Why Our Seattle Branch Is in Renton, Washington
Did you know our Seattle branch used to be in downtown a couple blocks from the famous Pike Place Market? Here’s why we moved.
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SF Fed Named 2020 Best Place for LGBTQ Equality
We’re thrilled that the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco has been named a 2020 “Best Place to Work” for LGBTQ equality for the third year running.