Fed reports moderate growth

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The Federal Reserve Board decided not to change short-term interest rates in Mar 1996 after an analysis of economic indicators showed that the moderate economic growth it expected in early 1996 resulted. Inflation is not expected to occur.

Analysis, United States economic conditions

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Jobless rate jump prompts Fed interest rate cut

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The Federal Reserve attempted to stimulate economic recovery by reducing interest rates on Jul 2, 1992. The reduction in interest rates was a response to a report of a 7.8% unemployment rate in Jun 1992.

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Weak employment data prompts Fed rate cut

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The Federal Reserve reduced the federal funds rate from 3.25% to 3% after the unemployment rate fell slightly, from 7.7% in Jul 1992 to 7.6% in Aug 1992.

Federal funds market (United States)

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Subjects list: Economic aspects, Economic policy, Interest rates, United States. Federal Reserve Board, Statistics, Unemployment
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