Economic Growth
What did Jackson Hole reveal about economic growth prospects?
U.S. economic growth is outpacing other major economies, posing risks of inflation & interest rate hikes. Policymakers around the world are watching closely.
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Geo-Economics and Politics
The US Federal Reserve is taking its lead from epidemiologists over coronavirus crisis
The U.S. Federal Reserve is turning to epidemiologists to try and understand the likely affects the COVID-19 virus will have and how best to financially prepare for it.
Climate Action
A 'green interest rate?' Fed digs into climate change economics
The U.S. central bank is taking a closer look at the economic impacts of higher temperatures, more frequent severe weather, and rising sea levels.
Financial and Monetary Systems
The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates again and signals more hikes ahead
The US Federal Reserve's key overnight lending rate will rise to a range of 2.25% to 2.50% as a result.