inflation outlook

Fed chief hints at rate cuts, and notes better inflation outlook

Topix - Business News  Tue, 10/07/2008 - 19:04

Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke signaled Tuesday that a cut in interest rates may turn into a reality as a result of the current economic landscape and a better inflation outlook.


 

Fed officials differ on inflation outlook - MarketWatch

Topix - Business News  Thu, 09/04/2008 - 16:56

Two senior Federal Reserve officials differed sharply Thursday on whether the economic slowdown and the recent drop in the price of oil and other commodities would cool inflation in the months ahead and allow ...


 

Bernanke says inflation outlook "uncertain"

Topix - Business News  Sun, 08/24/2008 - 20:58

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke on Friday said the stronger dollar and lower oil prices, along with the weak economy, should curb inflation, in a hint that interest rates would stay on hold, though he ...


 

Fed Now Expecting Slower U.S. Growth And Higher Inflation; Rate ...

Newsvine - business  Thu, 02/21/2008 - 13:35

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday lowered its estimates for U.S. growth while also raising its inflation outlook.

The day's economic data backed up those troubling forecasts. But stocks rose as policymakers signaled that they'll set aside concerns over price pressures for now.