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Some Fed Officials Are Turning Cautious about Raising Rates Too High

Central bank officials face a puzzle as inflation slows, but economic activity is firmer than anticipated. Source link

1 year ago

Rising Oil Prices Are Bad News for Drivers—and the Fed

America faces a familiar foe in its fight against inflation, with crude prices up more than 18% over the past month.…

2 years ago

America's Truckers, Cargo Pilots and Package Carriers Are Fed Up

Inflation and resentment are stoking heightened labor activism, with FedEx pilots rejecting a union-brokered deal. Source link

2 years ago

Jobs Market Shows Signs of the Gradual Cooling the Fed Wants

Employer demand for workers slipped slightly in June to its lowest level in more than two years. Source link

2 years ago

Wage Growth and Inflation Ease as Fed Considers Next Move

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2 years ago

What Fed Hikes? Much of Americans' Debt Is Still Riding Ultralow Rates

One reason the economy keeps humming: A huge chunk of consumer debt still carries low rates, including mortgages and auto…

2 years ago

Why the Fed Isn't Ready to Declare Victory on Inflation

Officials remain concerned about whether wages and price growth can slow enough without an economic downturn. Source link

2 years ago

Fed Wants Paychecks to Hit Bank Accounts in a Flash

The FedNow payments network could take years to catch on. Source link

2 years ago