Overview The New York Fed will provide an update on conditions in the region’s housing market as well as an initial assessment of the regional economic impact of Superstorm Sandy. Bank staff will speak on housing conditions in the region, with a focus on home prices, sales activity, delinquencies and foreclosures. Staff will also discuss Superstorm Sandy’s impact on the regional economy – examining the situation today and some potential effects going forward. In addition, the briefing will look at the storm’s impact on small businesses, relating some real life examples gathered from the Bank’s discussions with business owners. A staff panel will answer questions from the media following the presentation.  This event is part of the Bank’s Regional Economic Press Briefing Series. Audience Limited to members of the media. Please RSVP in advance by contacting Kevin Sajdak at kevin.sajdak@ny.frb.org or 212-720-6143. All attendees must bring valid photo identification for entry. Members of the media located outside New York City can participate via Webcast.

Event Details

Agenda  Webcast  This briefing is available for PRESS ONLY. You must be an accredited news organization to join. Bram, Kramer, Abel Presentations  Liberty Street Economics blog: Press Briefing on Housing Conditions and the Economic Impact of Superstorm Sandy on the Region  Time and Location Thursday, November 29, 2012 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Journalists may arrive, and embargoed material available, at 10:00 a.m. Federal Reserve Bank of New York 33 Liberty Street New York, NY Directions » More Information Contact Kevin Sajdak at (212) 720-6143 or kevin.sajdak@ny.frb.org.