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In Bernanke's words: on economy, jobs, inflation and threats to growth

Apr 26, 2012

Some factors that are weighing on the economy may lift by the end of this year, spurring growth. But the expiration of tax cuts and mandatory spending cuts loom as longer-term threats. ... full story

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Bernanke testimony to be studied for policy clues

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miamiherald.com (1 day ago)

Bernanke testimony to be studied for policy clues

WASHINGTON (AP) -- When Ben Bernanke testifies about the U.S. economy Wednesday, the Federal Reserve chairman's words will be examined for any clues that the Fed might soon taper - or increase - its support for the economy....

ap.org (1 day ago)

Bernanke testimony to be studied for policy clues

WASHINGTON (AP) - When Ben Bernanke testifies about the U.S. economy Wednesday, the Federal Reserve chairman's words will be examined for any clues that the Fed might soon taper - or increase - its support for the economy.

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Bernanke to speak on economy to Congress on May 22

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke will deliver testimony on May 22 on the outlook for the U.S. economy before the Joint Economic Committee of Congress, according to an announcement on the website of committee chairwoman Amy Klobuchar. Bernanke's appearance will come as markets, weighing recent mixed indications on the strength of the U.S. economy,...

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washingtontimes.com (1 day ago)

Ben Bernanke testimony to be studied for policy clues

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In Bernanke's words: on economy, jobs, inflation and threats to growth

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