Federal reserve
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PublishedJuly 19, 2018
Trump criticizes Federal Reserve, breaking long-standing practice
The president suggests that the Fed is undercutting his efforts to expand the economy.
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PublishedJuly 19, 2018
Foreign money diverts from U.S. as Trump hardens trade stance
Foreign direct investment in U.S. businesses and factories plunged in 2017 and is falling this year.
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PublishedJuly 17, 2018
Federal Reserve chair calls decline in worker share of profits ‘very troubling’
Average hourly wages for most American workers have been stalled – and by at least one measure, have fallen when accounting for inflation.
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PublishedJuly 5, 2018
As tariff clashes begin, Federal Reserve sees signs of early damage
The U.S. and China are set to add taxes to imported goods in an unprecedented commerce battle that could rattle markets, cripple trade and sour relations.
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PublishedJune 14, 2018
Europe, Fed moves show global shift away from cheap money
The European Central Bank and Federal Reserve are deeming it unnecessary to support the economy with policies created in darker days of financial uncertainty.
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PublishedJune 13, 2018
Fed increase in key interest rate will add to cost of borrowing for consumers, businesses
The central bank also signals more interest rate hikes are coming this year as the economy continues its steady expansion.
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PublishedMarch 20, 2018
Fed expected to raise interest rates at first meeting with new chairman
Officials are also meeting for the first time since Republicans passed a $1.5 trillion tax cut last year.
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PublishedMarch 1, 2018
Powell says Fed believes rates can go up gradually
The central bank chairman clarifies his comments earlier in the week that sent the market lower.
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PublishedFebruary 27, 2018
Fed chair promises steady hand, sees little risk of recession
Jerome Powell predicts the economy will stay strong, but he warns it's too early to gauge tax cuts' efficacy.
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PublishedFebruary 13, 2018
New Fed chair Jerome Powell vows to stay alert to economic risks
He says the economy is recovering well and the bank will be vigilant about any emerging threats to financial stability.