Fed Minutes Point to Continued, Gradual Interest-Rate Increases
Federal Reserve officials signaled they see a strong economy justifying continued interest-rate increases and said they will watch for evidence their moves are keeping economic growth on an even keel, minutes of their September policy meeting showed......»»
Job growth strong, but unemployment rises to 4 percent
U.S. job growth increased more than expected in June as manufacturers stepped up hiring, but steady wage gains pointed to moderate inflation pressures that should keep the Federal Reserve on a path of gradual interest rate increases......»»
U.S. job growth underscores economy"s strength, tariffs a threat
The U.S. economy created more jobs than expected in June, but steady wage gains pointed to moderate inflation pressures that should keep the Federal Reserve on a path of gradual interest rate increases this year......»»
Monthly job growth comes in stronger than expected
U.S. job growth increased more than expected in June as manufacturers stepped up hiring, but steady wage gains pointed to moderate inflation pressures that should keep the Federal Reserve on a path of gradual interest rate increases......»»
Powell backs continued gradual interest-rate hikes
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Powell says more gradual interest-rate hikes is the "best way forward"
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell on Tuesday said continued gradual interest-rate hikes was the "best way forward" for monetary policy. "With a strong job market, inflation close to our objective, and the risks to the outlook ro.....»»
The Fed: Powell says the ‘best path’ is continued, gradual interest-rate hikes
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said the ‘best way forward’ is to keep gradually raising its benchmark federal funds rate......»»
Fed"s Mester Says Gradual Rate Increases Still Best Path
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Loretta Mester said the economy’s solid performance justifies further gradual interest-rate increases......»»
Fed chairman defends interest rate hikes as Trump’s attacks show no sign of working
Jerome H. Powell said he believes gradual increases in interest rates remain “appropriate†to keep the economy healthy and thriving......»»
Fed defends rate hikes as Trump’s attacks show no sign of working
Jerome H. Powell said he believes gradual increases in interest rates remain “appropriate†to keep the economy healthy and thriving......»»
Jobs Report Bolsters Fed in Its Gradual Rate Increases
Strong hiring and a pickup in wage growth last month are likely to reinforce the Federal Reserve’s plan to continue gradually raising interest rates as the U.S. economy enters its 10th year of expansion......»»
Bond Investors Catch Up With Fed"s Plans
Falling U.S. government bond prices signal that investors are beginning to believe the Fed will follow through on its plan for gradual interest-rate increases......»»
Fed"s George backs further interest-rate hikes, says pace and extent uncertain
Kansas City Fed President Esther George said Thursday she favors continued gradual.....»»
‘We are doing our jobs’: Federal Reserve ignores Trump and stays focused on gradual interest rate hikes
On Tuesday, President Trump said the Fed is his 'biggest threat,' but top Fed officials are brushing off the criticism, according to minutes of their September policy meeting......»»
Currencies: Dollar gains stick as Fed minutes point to further rate hikes
The U.S. dollar holds on to gains as minutes of the Federal Reserve’s last meeting underline expectations that interest rates have further to rise......»»
Fed"s Bostic Sees Growth, Need for "Gradual" Rate Rises
Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic offered an upbeat take on the economy Tuesday and said he believes the central bank should press forward with interest-rate increases to keep the expansion moving forward......»»
Fed Vice Chairman: Strong Growth Supports Continued Rate Rises
Federal Reserve Vice Chairman Richard Clarida endorsed the central bank’s plans to gradually raise interest rates and highlighted reasons why stronger economic growth might not lead to an inflation upturn that requires more aggressive rate increases......»»
"Almost all" Federal Reserve officials see continued gradual rate hikes, meeting minutes show
If the Federal Reserve chief this week sig.....»»
Fed Minutes Signal December Rate Increase Likely, But Less Certain Path Next Year
Federal Reserve officials signaled plans to raise interest rates next month, but they appeared more tentative about the pace of increases after that, minutes of the central bank’s recent policy meeting show......»»
Dow pares gains after Fed hikes rates, but signals 2 -- not 3 -- increases next year
Jittery investors react to the Fed's decision to hike key interest rate by a quarter point. Here's how the central bank's next move could impact the Dow. .....»»
Dow turns lower after Fed hikes rates, but signals 2 -- not 3 -- increases next year
Jittery investors react to the Fed's decision to hike key interest rate by a quarter point. Here's how the central bank's next move i.....»»