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Latest news and analysis of the Federal Reserve

Fed more bullish on recovery3:05pm: Central bank raises economic growth forecast, trims unemployment rate estimate. More

Nov 23: Ben Bernanke will win confirmation to a second term as head of the central bank. But it won't be pretty. The movement in Congress to rein the Fed in is gaining steam.  More
Nov 18: The Fed announced new rules that would also limit overdraft fees charged by banks and credit unions. More
Nov 23: Many details remain to be worked out between the House and Senate. But overall Congress is proposing dramatic changes to the Fed's mandate. More
Economic Calendar
Date
Event
Nov 26 
 Weekly Bill Settlement
Nov 26 
 ALL - 5 Yr TIPS Settlement
Nov 26 
 Equity Settlements
Nov 26 
 5 Yr TIPS Settlement
Nov 26 
 Market Focus
Nov 27 
 Money Supply
Nov 29 
 Equity Settlements
Nov 30 
 Chicago PMI
Nov 30 
 Farm Prices
Nov 30 
 Equity Settlements
 
Leading IndicatorsUp 0.3% in October.Dec. 17
Inflation (CPI)Running flat.Dec. 16
Industrial ProductionIndustrial production increased 0.1% in October.Dec. 15
Retail SalesUp 1.4%.Dec. 11
JobsPace of losses is slowing, but jobless rate hits 10.2%.Dec. 4
Manufacturing (ISM)3 straight months of growth.Dec. 1
Consumer ConfidenceSurprising drop.Nov. 24
Your Home: When to cash outThere are tempting ways to use your home for potential financial gain. Here's how and when they make sense. More
Mortgage and savings rates, auto loans and credit card deals -- the latest offerings from hundreds of institutions. More
Gerri Willis looks at how you can prevent rising mortgage rates from driving up your monthly payments. More


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