The Foundation of Economics and Statistics (FEE) was founded in 1973. It is a research institute of the state government of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, whose purpose is to assist economic and social planning. Its main products are studies and statistics analysis concerning the regional economy and society. To carry out its aims FEE counts on an interdisciplinary staff which includes more than 80 senior researchers. Research reports and data sets are presented on the web site (http:/www.fee.rs.gov.br) and may also be found in books, journals and CD-ROM. The main activities undertaken currently by FEE may be broken down into two broad areas: The social and economic analysis area: encompasses studies on agriculture, manufacturing industry, employment and industrial relations, the state and the financial sector, regional and urban studies, international relations, economic history as well as social and political issues. The statistical information area: encompasses updated time series of the Gross State Product of Rio Grande do Sul and municipal product, social indicators and demographic projections.