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Brisk Wage Gains in December Could Keep the Fed Watchful

Average hourly earnings climbed 0.4 percent from the previous month, and 4.1 percent compared to a year earlier. That was faster than economists expected.

By Jeanna Smialek

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Fed Minutes Showed Officials Feeling Better About Inflation

Central bankers wanted to signal that interest rates were likely at or near their peak while keeping their options open, December minutes showed.

By Jeanna Smialek

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Will America’s Good News on Inflation Last?

One of the biggest economic surprises of 2023 was how quickly inflation faded. A dig into the details offers hints at whether it will last into 2024.

By Jeanna Smialek

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Chill in the Housing Market Seeps Into Other Industries

The slowdown in the residential real estate market, a crucial cog in the American economy, is threatening sectors like home improvement and storage.

By Martha C. White