Our job is to shine a light into the dark corners of the financial system to uncover risks, assess their level of threat to financial stability, and provide policymakers with in-depth research and analysis so they can work to mitigate any issues discovered. The publications our research team produces include briefs, working papers, and more, and they help to promote a better understanding of financial markets and risks that may impair financial stability. Our analysts and researchers have a wide range of expertise that they draw on to provide analysis, briefings, and other products for the Financial Stability Oversight Council, its member agencies, and other stakeholders. Our publications may be quoted without additional permission.
Briefs
Papers in this series are designed for a broad audience and to explain the financial stability implications of recent developments in financial markets and financial institutions, as well as the effects of regulatory policies on the financial system. Comments and suggestions for improvements to these papers are welcome and should be directed to the authors. Views and opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent official positions or policy of the OFR or Treasury.
Reports
Our reports provide insights into financial stability and the OFR. Several fulfill statutory requirements to report annually to Congress on the state of the U.S. financial system. We also periodically publish other reports, either at our own initiative or at the request of the Financial Stability Oversight Council.
Staff Discussion Papers
Papers in this series cover a broader range of themes related to financial markets, financial institutions, and financial data – topics that are the building blocks of financial stability analysis. The papers in this series are works in progress and subject to revision. Comments and suggestions for improvements to these papers are welcome and should be directed to the authors. Views and opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent official positions or policy of the OFR or Treasury.
Viewpoint Papers
This series offers the views of the OFR. Viewpoint papers are designed for a broad audience and discuss our research, financial stability policies, and data initiatives.
Working Papers
Papers in this series are designed to disseminate findings from research that advances understanding of financial stability. The papers are in a format intended to generate discussion and critical comments. They are works in progress and subject to revision. Comments and suggestions for improvements to these papers are welcome and should be directed to the authors. Views and opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent official positions or policy of the OFR or Treasury.