Tom Barkin

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Tom Barkin

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Mark L. Mullinix

Jeffrey M. Lacker

J. Alfred Broaddus

Aug. 13, 2026

The Mysterious U.S. Economy

President Tom Barkin explores four mysteries in today’s economy and shares his theories of the case.

Tom Barkin

May 21, 2026

Navigating Supply Shocks

President Tom Barkin discusses his perspectives on the U.S. economy today and whether we’re sailing toward calmer seas or into more turbulent waters.

Tom Barkin

March 27, 2026

Driving Through Economic Fog (Still)

President Tom Barkin considers the economic landscape amid renewed uncertainty.

Tom Barkin

Feb. 3, 2026

U.S. Economy: The Road Ahead

President Tom Barkin shares his views on today’s economy and the path ahead.

Tom Barkin

Jan. 6, 2026

Tuning In: 2026 Outlook

President Tom Barkin reflects on 2025 and shares his economic outlook for the year ahead.

Tom Barkin

Nov. 18, 2025

Operating with Limited Data

President Tom Barkin shares his perspective on the economy and how the Richmond Fed's outreach efforts inform it.

Tom Barkin

Sept. 26, 2025

Staying Sanguine About the Horizon

President Tom Barkin discusses risks to both sides of the dual mandate and shares his outlook for the U.S. economy.

Tom Barkin

Aug. 12, 2025

Why the Consumer Matters

The fog is lifting. President Tom Barkin explores why the road ahead for the U.S. economy may be bumpy but bearable.

Tom Barkin

June 26, 2025

Forecasting Beyond Today’s Data

President Tom Barkin discusses what he’s seeing in the data, hearing from businesses and expecting in the months to come.

Tom Barkin

May 20, 2025

How Do Small Towns Grow?

President Tom Barkin discusses the hurdles to and potential for growth in rural communities.

Tom Barkin

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