US Fed could be in 'difficult' spot with higher prices, slower hiring

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The prospect of high inflation stemming from widespread tariffs along with weaker hiring could put the Federal Reserve in a difficult spot, Fed policymakers said in minutes from last month's meeting.

The minutes, released Wednesday, said that the Fed could keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged if inflation remained stubbornly elevated.

Rising unemployment can often lead to a recession, when the Fed would normally slash its key rate to support more borrowing and spending and stimulate the economy.

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Markets: IndiaCanadaChinaMexico

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Published On: 2025-04-10 @ 07:22:47 (2 weeks ago)

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