Dallas Fed Hosted Migration Economics Workshop
The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas examined the intersection of migration patterns and regional economic performance.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Employment
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The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas hosted its Fifth Annual Workshop on the Macroeconomic Implications of Migration in October 2026. The two-day event facilitated research sharing between academic institutions, policy organizations, and central banks.
Why it matters
The Dallas Fed prioritizes migration research to better understand how movement across borders shapes economic outcomes at both regional and national levels. This focus helps the institution navigate the complexities of its service area, which includes a significant portion of the U.S.-Mexico border.
The Eleventh Federal Reserve District serves an area containing over 1,000 miles of the U.S.-Mexico border. This district is one of 12 regional Reserve Banks that constitute the broader Federal Reserve System.
The players
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
This institution serves the Eleventh Federal Reserve District, which includes Texas, northern Louisiana, and southern New Mexico.
Lorie Logan
She serves as the President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.
The details
Workshop participants explored critical topics including the postpandemic migration boom, the economic effects of immigration restrictions, and the impact of remittances. The Dallas Fed utilizes such annual gatherings alongside cross-border roundtables and outreach efforts to inform its economic analysis.
Timeline
The two-day workshop took place in October 2026.
Lorie Logan delivered remarks at the event on October 2, 2026.
Macro View
The Dallas Fed workshop follows a pattern set by the mandate for regional banks to conduct localized research on unique economic drivers that influence national monetary policy. This approach allows the Federal Reserve System to integrate specific regional data into its broader economic models.
The research conducted at this workshop helps shape the economic analysis used by policymakers to manage regional labor supply and growth. These insights indirectly influence the fiscal health and stability of the local Eleventh Federal Reserve District economy.
The takeaway
Understanding the macroeconomic impact of migration is essential for effective regional economic planning. Policymakers and businesses alike use this data to navigate shifting labor markets and border-related economic activity.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest research and labor market trends in the Employment section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Dallasfed.
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