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Minneapolis Fed regional economists and writers report on a wide range of economic trends across the Ninth District, diving deeply into issues and data to inform policymakers and engaged citizens.
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Child care capacity is growing for some Ninth District states but not othersTu-Uyen Tran | Senior Writer
November 24, 2025
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Regional Economic Indicators
November 21, 2025
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2026 Regional Economic Conditions Conference
Event on January 9, 2026
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Farm incomes decline amid strong harvestsJoe Mahon | Director, Regional Outreach
November 18, 2025
Article
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Fewer summer customers for Minnesota hospitality businessesHaley Chinander | Writer/Analyst
October 15, 2025
Article
Angie Whitcomb and Haley Chinander
Regional Economic Conditions: Tourism and HospitalityHaley Chinander | Writer/Analyst
Event on October 15, 2025
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Who do parents call when professional child care is out of reach?Tu-Uyen Tran | Senior Writer
October 2, 2025
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Farm finances weakened further during the growing seasonJoe Mahon | Director, Regional Outreach
August 25, 2025
Article
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Businesses struggle with uncertainty and high costsHaley Chinander | Writer/Analyst
August 18, 2025
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Aerial view of Missoula MT beside portraits of Ron Wirtz and Haley Chinander
Regional Economic Conditions: General BusinessRon Wirtz | Director, Regional OutreachHaley Chinander | Writer/Analyst
Event on August 12, 2025
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Regional Economic Conditions: Professional ServicesJoe Mahon | Director, Regional OutreachHaley Chinander | Writer/Analyst
Event on August 1, 2025
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Services firms remain optimistic after a year of slight growthJoe Mahon | Director, Regional Outreach
August 1, 2025
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