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Powell Says Strong Economic Data ‘Could Warrant’ Higher Rates

The Federal Reserve may need to do more if growth remains hot or if the labor market stops cooling, Jerome H. Powell said in a speech.

By Jeanna Smialek

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China’s Economy Grew More Than Expected Over the Summer

The government spent heavily on infrastructure, state-owned banks financed a boom in factory construction and consumers spent more, but the housing sector stumbled.

By Keith Bradsher

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Those Doritos Too Expensive? More Stores Offer Their Own Alternatives.

Retailers are expanding their own private-label food and beverage offerings, attracting customers looking for less expensive options.

By Julie Creswell

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In China Businesses Cut Prices as Consumers Spend Less

Beijing hopes spending can spur growth, which has been dragged down by slowing real estate sales and exports. But shoppers are gravitating to discounts.

By Claire Fu and Daisuke Wakabayashi