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Fed Officials Will Parse Jobs Numbers to Assess Economy’s Momentum

The employment report could be an important factor as central bankers contemplate the future of interest rate policy.

By Jeanna Smialek

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The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Ticked Up in July

Overall inflation climbed to 3.3 percent, from 3 percent previously, underscoring the Fed’s long road back to 2 percent price increases.

By Jeanna Smialek

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Eurozone Inflation Holds Steady at 5.3 Percent

Prices rose at an annual rate of 5.3 percent, defying expectations of a slowdown. The news may bolster the case for another European Central Bank interest rate increase.

By Eshe Nelson

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Will Inflation Keep Slowing? The Key Areas to Watch

Will inflation continue to slow at a solid pace? Economists are warily watching a few key areas, like housing and cars.

By Jeanna Smialek