federal reserve

Federal Reserve System is the central banking system of the United States of America. It was created on December 23, 1913, with the enactment of the Federal Reserve Act, after a series of financial panics led to the desire for central control of the monetary system in order to alleviate financial crises.

(source: federalreserve.gov)

The Federal Reserve Just Says No To Drugs
The Federal Reserve Just Says No To Drugs
October 23, 2015  |  Alternative Finances

The marijuana entrepreneurs of Colorado will not have a special bank to call their own — unless a federal judge intervenes on their side. The...

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Spending Expectations Slow For US Consumers
Spending Expectations Slow For US Consumers
August 10, 2015  |  In Depth

Americans polled in the latest Survey of Consumer Expectations from the New York Federal Reserve Bank are not looking to splurge on much in the...

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Consumer Demand Has Big Banks Charging Up
Consumer Demand Has Big Banks Charging Up
August 05, 2015  |  News

The Federal Reserve’s latest survey of senior loan officers found an increasing demand for home, auto and credit card loans amongst consumers.

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Fed Sued For Anti-Marijuana Ruling
Fed Sued For Anti-Marijuana Ruling
August 03, 2015  |  B2B Payments

Last month, PYMNTS reported on the plight of several congressmen as they worked to provide safeguards for banks that are looking to provide financial services...

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