San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank

The San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank is one of twelve regional banks that make up the Federal Reserve System, the U.S. central banking authority. It helps implement national monetary policies, oversees and supervises financial institutions, and provides financial services to banks and the U.S. government. Located in San Francisco, it also conducts economic research to support decision-making and monitors regional economic conditions. The bank plays a critical role in ensuring financial stability, controlling inflation, and promoting a healthy economy across the western U.S.