The Federal Reserve is raising interest rates to fight inflation. Some economists want more; some politicians want less. What’s the logic?
Tag: Federal Reserve System
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How the Car Market Is Shedding Light on a Key Inflation Question
How easily companies give up swollen profits could determine how easily the Federal Reserve can cool inflation. Dealerships offer clues.
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What Comes Next in the Fed’s Fight Against Inflation?
Wall Street will watch the central bank’s economic forecasts closely on Wednesday, when another jumbo-size rate increase is expected.
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Stocks Slide in One of Wall Street’s Worst Weeks This Year
Pessimism is deepening as bellwether companies like FedEx and General Electric warn of worsening economic and business conditions.