NEW YORK: The Federal Reserve yesterday poured more cold water on speculation that a surprise hike to its emergency lending rate signalled a change in monetary policy, saying borrowing costs in the economy would remain low.
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Friday's jobs report that showed hiring in the United States unexpectedly ground to a halt in August is increasing speculation the U.S. Federal Reserve will move to stimulate the economy. But...
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The Federal Reserve said Tuesday that the U.S. economy has improved modestly as hiring and consumer spending have risen, and it's holding off on any new steps to boost the economy.
Bernanke: No new steps to boost economy
In a key speech on the economy Friday, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke proposed no new steps to boost growth, but did hint that Congress may need to act to help the economy.
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