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As Fed Nears Next Rate Decision, Its Vice Chair Cites Reasons for Hope

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As Fed Nears Next Rate Decision, Its Vice Chair Cites Reasons for Hope

Lael Brainard, the vice chair of the Federal Reserve, emphasized that non-wage causes have driven inflation in a sweeping speech.

By Jeanna Smialek

Price Gains Ease in Europe but Core Inflation Keeps Policymakers ‘Up at Night’

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Price Gains Ease in Europe but Core Inflation Keeps Policymakers ‘Up at Night’

Declines in overall inflation rates may bring comfort to consumers, but central bankers are still wary of drivers of persistently high prices.

By Eshe Nelson

After a Burst of New Businesses, a Cooling Economy Intrudes

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After a Burst of New Businesses, a Cooling Economy Intrudes

The pandemic has brought a boom in entrepreneurship, but higher interest rates, a chill in venture capital and fears of recession now pose obstacles.

By Sydney Ember

Investors Are Walking a Tightrope as Stocks Head for a Second Weekly Gain

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Investors Are Walking a Tightrope as Stocks Head for a Second Weekly Gain

Signs of slowing inflation are competing with downbeat company forecasts as earnings season begins.

By Joe Rennison