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We’re one of 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks working together with the Board of Governors to support a healthy economy. Our job is to serve the American public — to serve you. And our mission is to foster economic stability and strength.

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Banking Supervision
We promote the safety and soundness of individual financial institutions and monitor their impact on the financial system as a whole, as well as ensure financial institutions are protecting consumers.
Economic Research
We conduct research to support policymaking and thought leadership on issues important to the Federal Reserve and the Fifth District. We also inform the public through our data and economic analysis, publications, presentations and educational resources.

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Region & Communities
We share research, data and resources and regularly engage regional leaders and policymakers to understand and address community‑specific economic issues.
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Education
We work with teachers, students and the public to enhance understanding of economics, personal finance and the Federal Reserve.

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Our Team

James Parthemos

James Parthemos (1920-2012) served as senior vice president and director of research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond until 1985.

Bank Publications

Economic Review, Jan/Feb, 1991

A Reserve Bank for Richmond

James Parthemos

Economic Review, Jan/Feb, 1990

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond: Governor Seay and the Issues of the Early Years

James Parthemos

Economic Review, Jul/Aug, 1988

The Federal Reserve Act of 1913 in the Stream of U.S. Monetary History

James Parthemos

Economic Review, Mar/Apr, 1980

Recent Financial Innovations: Courses, Consequences for the Payments System, and Implications for Monetary Control

Marvin Goodfriend, James Parthemos and Bruce J. Summers

Economic Review, Nov/Dec, 1979

On Fiscal Responsibility

James Parthemos

Contact Us

Research Department (804) 697-8000