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
Nebraska Economy Remains Sound As Risks Intensify
The Nebraska economy recovered quickly in 2021, but steadied through early 2022 as risks to the outlook intensified.
Tenth District Beige Book
Read about economic conditions in the Tenth District.
Omaha Branch Partners to Host Nebraska Econ Challenge State Finals
Nebraska high school students faced a series of challenges during the finals at the Omaha Branch.
Nebraska Home Prices Surging Amid Strong Demand and Limited Supply
Home prices in Nebraska have surged to all-time highs over the past two years.
Kansas City Fed announces director appointments.
Paul Maass and Sue Martin were appointed to the Omaha Branch Board. Javier Fernandez was designated as chair for 2022.
Nebraska today
View this infographic for a quick look at Nebraska's economy today.
Nebraska's Economy Through the Pandemic
Nebraska's economy is positioned to grow, but potential headwinds remain. View charts related to the 'Nebraska today' infographic.
Unemployment Insurance Accelerates Income Recovery in Nebraska
Household income in Nebraska may be near its expected pre-pandemic path by the end of 2021.
Kansas City Fed leaders and Omaha Branch Directors visit Winnebago, Nebraska.
Bank President Esther George, Branch Executive Nate Kauffman and Omaha Branch Directors learned firsthand about the local economy.
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
- Omaha Branch Partners to Host Nebraska Econ Challenge State Finals |
- Omaha Student Board of Directors
- Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska hosts Esther George and Omaha Branch Board of Directors |
- New display recognizes role of Omaha Branch, directors |
- About the Omaha Branch
- Events in Northeast Nebraska feature discussions on economic conditions |
Omaha Branch Community Involvement
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| Image | March 16, 2022 Community Development team members Teesha Miller and Dell Gines met with Nebraska Economic Development and Millwork Commons to discuss future plans for Omaha. |
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| Image | July 16, 2020 During an online Economic Forum Omaha Branch Executive Nate Kauffman summarized developments in Nebraska's economy alongside the evolving COVID-19 crisis. |
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| Image | February 12, 2020 The Omaha Branch hosted Evening at the Fed, an event for educators to network, gather resources and hear from experts about the regional and national economy to take back to their classrooms. Branch Executive Nathan Kauffman shared insights on the region's economy and Jesse Maniff, payments specialist, gave a presentation on cypto-currency. |
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| Image | February 23, 2020 Nicole Connelly spoke to the Steamfitters and Plumbers Union Apprentices about topics on Financial Literacy. |
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| Image | The Omaha Branch held Investment Connection at the Omaha Branch on November 14, 2019. Investment Connection is an opportunity for organizations to present proposals for community and economic development projects that may be eligible under the Community Reinvestment Act to potential funders. |
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| Image | October 18, 2019 Omaha Branch Executive Nathan Kauffman toured Central Community College to learn about the their training and development programs in Columbus, NE. |
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| Image | October 17, 2019 Omaha Branch Executive Nathan Kauffman shares an update on the economy at a Norfolk Economic Forum. |
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| Image | August 1, 2019 Research Associate John McCoy shared insights on demographics and Nebraska's labor force at the Nebraska Bankers Association Young Bankers of Nebraska Conference. |
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| Image | The Omaha Branch Student Board of Directors visited Film Streams Dundee Theater to learn about small businesses and entrepreneurship. |
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| Image | May 22, 2019 The Omaha Branch partnered with the Nebraska independent Community Bankers to host Community Bank Day at the Fed, which included an update on the economy from Nathan Kauffman, Omaha Branch executive. |
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| Image | Omaha Branch employees visited Conestoga Elementary Magnet School in Omaha to read books and lead activities centered on savings as part of Teach Children to Save Day. |
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| Image | February 12, 2019 The Omaha Branch hosted students from Partnership for Kids on as part of Careerockit, a workplace experience program in partnership with the Omaha Chamber. |
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| Image | March 8, 2018 During the Omaha Branch Offsite Board Meeting, President Esther George, Omaha Branch Leadership and Board Members toured Hudl, a Lincoln, Nebraska based startup. |
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| Image | April 25, 2018 Omaha Branch Executive Nathan Kauffman congratulates a student at the Nebraska Council on Economic Education's Stock Market Game Banquet. |
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| Image | Dell Gines, Senior Community Development Advisor, spoke at No More Empty Cups, Open Coffee Omaha on the structure of the American economy and how to use entrepreneurship to make positive impacts in communities. |
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| Image | September 4, 2017 Kansas City Fed President Esther George and Omaha Branch employees marked 100 years of service to the state the week of September 4. |
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| Image | April 24, 2017 Public Affairs Specialist Nicole Connelly spoke on bank alternatives and investing to high school students at an Outstanding High School Teller Ceremony at the University of Nebraska - Omaha. |
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| Image | November 13, 2019 The Omaha Branch Student Board of Directors kicked off the 2019-2020 year at the Omaha Branch. |