Fed Holds Steady, But Signals Intention to Boost Economy

AUGUST 02, 2012

“The Federal Reserve said Wednesday that the U.S. economy is losing strength and repeated a pledge to try to boost growth if hiring remains weak. The Fed took no new action after a two-day policy meeting. But it appeared to signal in a statement released after the meeting a growing inclination to take further steps to lift the economy out of its funk.” (Washington Post)

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Fed Holds Steady, But Signals Intention to Boost Economy

AUGUST 02, 2012

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