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Fed Officials Thought Rates Could Rise More if Inflation Stayed Stubborn

Minutes from the Federal Reserve’s early November meeting suggested another rate increase remained possible, but officials were in no hurry.

Fed Officials Thought Rates Could Rise More if Inflation Stayed Stubborn

Minutes from the Federal Reserve’s early November meeting suggested another rate increase remained possible, but officials were in no hurry.

An Optimistic Inflation Report Reduces Pressure on the Fed to Raise Rates

Central bankers have been debating whether a final rate move is needed. A cooler-than-expected October inflation report may take the heat off.

Fed Chair Recalls Inflation ‘Head Fakes,’ Pledges to Do More if Needed

Jerome H. Powell, the Federal Reserve chair, said officials will proceed carefully. But if more policy action is needed, he pledged to take it.

Are Higher Rates Slowing the Economy? A Zoo Offers Clues.

Economists are surprised by how strong the economy remains with rates at a 22-year high. But there are some signs of slowing, if you know...

Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady and Pledges to Proceed Carefully

The Federal Reserve left interest rates at 5.25 to 5.5 percent, but its chair, Jerome Powell, said policymakers could still raise rates again.

A Key Measure of Wages Grew at a Moderate Pace This Summer

The Employment Cost Index, which Federal Reserve officials watch closely as a gauge of pay trends, has come down since last year.

What to Watch for as the Federal Reserve Meets This Week

Central bankers are expected to leave interest rates steady at a 22-year high of 5.25 to 5.5 percent. Investors are looking for hints at what’s...

Consumers Kept Spending in September, as Inflation Held Steady

Overall inflation stayed at 3.4 percent in September, down from a peak of around 7 percent.

Inflation Held Steady in September, While Consumers Spent Robustly

Overall inflation stayed at 3.4 percent in September, down from a peak of around 7 percent.