Fed needs to beware the sting in the tail of monetary policy

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The Federal Reserve's decision to reduce interest rates is discussed. The fact that cutting interest rates will not resolve all the problems arising in an economy experiencing a cyclical downturn is highlighted.

Author: McRae, Hamish
Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Interest Rates, Forecasts and trends, Column, Recessions

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Greenspan's surprise rate cut rescues markets

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The Federal Reserve Board's decision to reduce US interest rates by 0.5% to 6% is discussed. It is argued that US consumer spending will continue to prop up a mildly buoyant world economy.

Author: Tora, Brian

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US markets: prepare to ride out the bumps

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The reasons for the slowdown in the US economy are considered. It is argued that reduced economic growth in the US will not necessarily have a disastrous impact on Europe.

Author: Tora, Brian
Europe, International economic relations, Intnl Economic Relations, Economic aspects, Economic development

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Subjects list: United States, Analysis, Economic policy, Interest rates, United States. Federal Reserve Board, United States economic conditions, Monetary policy
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