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
Costs putting quality, affordable childcare out of reach for many
Problems attaining affordable, quality childcare have been weighing on workers’ engagement in the labor force.
Kansas City Fed announces director election results and appointments
The Omaha Branch welcomes two new directors in 2025.
Labor Market Risk Associated with Trade Uncertainty More Limited in Nebraska
Nebraska’s labor market has remained strong through the first quarter of 2025 and faces more limited risk from trade policy...
Post-Secondary Education Helping Fill Job Openings in Nebraska with Room to Grow
Educational institutions serve as an important source of in-demand labor and with a few innovations, may further improve the...
Affordable housing leaders share challenges, successes during CDAC meeting in Omaha
At its October meeting, the Kansas City Fed Community Development Advisory Council heard from a panel of local housing experts...
Connecting in Western Nebraska
The Omaha Branch Board of Directors and Kansas City Fed leadership visited the Scottsbluff area in August.
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
Recent Speeches by Nate Kauffman
Omaha Branch News
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Affordable housing leaders share challenges, successes during CDAC meeting in Omaha | -
Connecting in Western Nebraska | -
The Ag and Energy Connection | -
At midway point, new advisor shares the unfolding story of her Nebraska tour | -
Revenge spending in the wake of the pandemic | -
Econ Challenge State Finals bring out the best and brightest | -
Introducing the interns at the Omaha Branch | -
Omaha Board of Directors finds out firsthand about local economy | -
Omaha Branch hosts Economic Forum in Kearney | - Modest Economic Growth Amid Growing Credit Risks |
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Omaha Branch Hosts Nebraska State Econ Challenge | -
Omaha Branch connects with counterparts in Dallas Fed’s region |