Fed sees recession easing

Courtesy MSNBC.com: Business  Wed, 06/24/2009 - 12:39

 A CNBC panel discusses the announcement by the Federal Reserve to keep a key bank lending rate at a record low of between zero and 0.25 percent. (CNBC)The Federal Reserve says the recession is easing, but the economy likely will remain weak and keep a lid on inflation.



 

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