Jul. July  Oct.  Jan. 21  Apr. Jul. July  Oct. Note: In the right-hand chart, the baseline is the median on the corresponding day of the week during the 5-week period from January 3 to February 6, 2020. Figures are mobility trends for places such as restaurants, shopping centers, and theme parks.
The heightened financial turmoil that we have experienced of late may well lengthen the period of weak economic performance and further increase the risks to growth. To support growth and reduce the downside risks, continued efforts to stabilize the financial markets are essential. The Federal Reserve will continue to use the tools at its disposal to improve market functioning and liquidity.