Channel Title: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Channel Description: Welcome to the official YouTube channel of the St. Louis Fed! Subscribe now to learn about the Federal Reserve, its history and the economy. Explore subjects like GDP, monetary policy, inflation and interest rates. Check out new research and personal finance topics from Fed experts. See behind-the-scenes footage of our Economy Museum. To stay connected, visit our website and social media links below. <video> Careers and Culture at the St. Louis Fed Description: Our work engages dedicated and driven professionals. Whatever your role here, you’ll play an important part in fulfilling the responsibilities of the nation’s central bank. The St. Louis Fed is one of 12 Reserve banks which, along with the Board of Governors, make up the Federal Reserve System. Learn more about our culture and a career at the St. Louis Fed: https://www.stlouisfed.org/careers Follow Us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed #careers #workplaceculture </video> <video> Adam Smith's Invisible Hand Theory Explained | Economics Description: The 18th century political economist Adam Smith described self-interest and competition as the “invisible hand” that guides a market economy. This video explains these concepts and their importance to our understanding of the economic system. Check out additional resources to learn more: https://www.econlowdown.org/resource-gallery 00:00 - Intro 01:29 - Self-interest 02:30 - Competition 04:01 - The Invisible Hand 05:35 - Regulation Follow Us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed #economy #economics #competition </video> <video> Applications of Elasticity: Supply and Demand | Part 3 Description: This video discusses some common applications of price elasticity of demand, including both business and government applications. For more resources on this topic and more, visit: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/resources#sreconed_concept=Demand Follow Us: X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed </video> <video> 5 Tips to Protect Your Financial Information | Personal Finance 101 Description: This short video offers five tips for protecting your online and financial security: Be on the lookout for suspicious emails, look for obvious errors, don’t click on links immediately, create strong passwords, actively check your credit reports and bank statements. Watch the video to learn more about protecting your online financial security. Learn more: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/continuing-feducation-video-series/online-financial-security Check out additional personal finance resources: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/resources#sreconed_e=0&sreconed_subject=Personal-Finance 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Tip 1: Suspicious Emails 01:22 - Tip 2: Email Errors 01:52 - Tip 3: Links 02:21 - Tip 4: Passwords 03:10 - Tip 5: Monitor Follow Us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed #personalfinance #finance #security </video> <video> Price Elasticity of Demand: What Is Elasticity? | Part 1 Description: This video provides an overview of what price elasticity of demand is and how it is measured. How elastic are rubber bands? You might try to answer the question by stretching a rubber band over your finger and shooting it across the room. To an economist, however, elasticity can have a whole other meaning. These three short videos provide an overview of what price elasticity of demand is, describe what factors influence elasticity, and discuss some common applications of the concept. Learn more: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/elasticity-of-demand-videos 00:00 - Introduction 02:31 - Elastic Demand 03:36 - Inelastic Demand 04:00 - Unit Elastic Demand Follow us: X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/stlouisfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed #demand #economics #economy #price </video> <video> Introduction to Perfect Competition | Economics Explained Description: This video introduces the concept of perfect competition when all sellers are selling the same good or service. Using the wheat market as an example, you’ll learn why a perfectly competitive market leads to lower prices and more goods and services sold than is the case in other market structures like monopoly. Need help? Learn more here: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/introduction-to-perfect-competition-video 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - Perfect Competition 02:25 - Market Structure Follow us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed #economics #microeconomics #perfect #markets </video> <video> Price Elasticity of Demand: Key Influencing Factors | Part 2 Description: This video describes factors that influence how elastic, or inelastic, demand for a good or service is. These include whether the item is a necessity or a luxury, how much of your income you give up to buy it, the availability of close substitutes, and time. For more resources on this topic, visit: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/resources#sreconed_concept=Demand 00:22 - Factor #1: Is a good a necessity or a luxury? 01:36 - Factor #2: Income given up to buy a product 02:27 - Factor #3: Availibility of close substitutes 04:35 - Factor #4: Time Follow Us: X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed #production #demand #economics #economy </video> <video> Mortgage Explained | Personal Finance 101 Description: What is a mortgage? Using a budget, learning a decision-making process, and taking steps to establish credit can help prepare you for buying a home—even if that time is a long way off. This video provides some of the basics to consider when it comes to mortgages. Learn more: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/personal-finance-101-conversations/mortgage Housing Inventory: https://fred.stlouisfed.org/graph/?g=10WeP 15-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Average: https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/MORTGAGE15US 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Average: https://fred.stlouisfed.org/graph/?g=10MU6 00:00 - Intro 01:02 - Renting 03:50 - Mortgage Follow Us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed #mortgage #credit #homebuying #loan </video> <video> Banks vs. Alternatives | Personal Finance 101 Description: Payday and title lenders, pawn shops, check-cashing services and prepaid cards can be convenient and valuable financial services, similar to those offered by traditional providers of such services—banks and credit unions. This short video describes the costs and benefits of using alternative financial services, as well as of going to a bank or credit union. Find more resources and information here: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/personal-finance-101-conversations/episode-19-banks-and-alternatives 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - Borrowing Options 03:20 - Spending Follow Us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed #personalfinance #banking #financialservices </video> <video> How to Pay for College | Financial Aid 101 Description: If you or your child is preparing for college, this explainer video is for you. This short video will help you get your bearings in a sea of financial-aid options. It covers grants and scholarships, merit-based aid, need-based aid, work study programs and student loans. Learn more: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/... Subscribe to the St. Louis Fed YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@stlouisfed/f... 00:00 - Introduction 00:46 - Gift Aid 04:02 - Work Study 04:29 - Loans Follow Us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed #college #financialfreedom #education </video> <video> Introduction to Oligopoly | Economics Explained Description: What is an Oligopoly? This video introduces the concept of oligopolistic competition—which is when a few large sellers dominate a market. Using the airline industry as an example, you’ll learn why this type of market exists and how this market structure differs from more and less competitive markets. Read more: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/oligopoly Check out additional economic education resources: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/resources#sreconed_e=0 00:00 - Introduction 01:28 - Market Structure Competition 02:26 - Airline Industry Example 03:30 - Game Theory Follow Us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed #economics #economy #competition </video> <video> How to Choose a College That's Best for You | College 101 Description: From small private colleges to large urban universities, there are enormous implications to consider in your choice of a school and a major. This video will help you develop a perspective and a framework for making these important decisions. Learn more: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education/... Subscribe to the St. Louis Fed YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@stlouisfed/f... 00:00 - Introduction 01:10 - Program of Study 02:05 - Tuition Cost 03:50 - Projected Future Income Follow Us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed #College #CollegeAdmissions #Universities </video> <video> Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis - Your Fed, Your Voice: Darrin Williams Description: The St. Louis Fed is constantly listening to those we serve across the Eighth District while we work toward a strong and resilient economy for all. Darrin Williams joined the board of directors of the Little Rock Branch of the St. Louis Fed in June 2021. As the leader of one of America’s oldest Community Development Financial Institutions, he is a passionate advocate for financial inclusion. Williams’ experience working with underserved communities informs the perspectives he brings to the board table about economic conditions in Arkansas and the Mississippi Delta. Learn more about the work we do: - Working with communities: https://www.stlouisfed.org/community-development - Economic education for teachers and students: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education - Economic research: https://www.stlouisfed.org/research - Supervising banks: https://www.stlouisfed.org/bank-supervision - Cultivating inclusion: https://www.stlouisfed.org/about-us/cultivating-inclusion Consider playing a vital role at the United States’ central bank. Learn about careers at the St. Louis Fed, the other 11 Federal Reserve banks across the country and the Federal Reserve System Board of Governors in Washington, D.C.: https://rb.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/FRS?locations=fd925bdfc72401fa6ed1f54424011c08 </video> <video> International Trade 101 | Economics Explained Description: What is international trade? This video introduces the benefits and costs of international trade. You’ll learn about how international trade usually benefits consumers using the example of a country opening to trade coffee with the rest of the world. The exchange can be imports or exports. You’ll also learn about the costs of international trade. In our example, domestic sellers must now compete with sellers from around the world who offer cheaper prices, and not everyone will be able to compete. This explains why sometimes governments enact trade measures like tariffs to protect their domestic businesses. Interested in learning more about trade? Check out these resources: https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/page-one-economics/2016/11/01/international-trade https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/page-one-economics/2017/11/01/does-international-trade-create-winners-and-losers Visit the economic education section of our website for more free resources for teachers and students: https://www.stlouisfed.org/education 00:00 - Introduction 00:50 - Competition 02:00 - Supply and Demand 06:00 - Imports and Exports 07:37 - Tariffs Follow us: X/Twitter: https://x.com/stlouisfed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stlouisfed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouisfed/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlfed Threads: https://www.threads.net/@stlouisfed #Economics #Teaching #Trade </video> <video> Inflation, Disinflation, and Deflation Explained #shorts Description: What’s the difference between inflation, disinflation and deflation? The St. Louis Fed demonstrates how the three forces work. Check out our blog to learn more: https://www.stlouisfed.org/open-vault/2023/august/explaining-inflation-disinflation-deflation </video>

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