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Fed hawks push for clearer policy goals

Two Federal Reserve policymakers known for their hawkish views on inflation pushed on Tuesday for the central bank to provide more guidance on policy goals.

AIG Shows Why World’s Current Predicament is a Financial Crisis

Perhaps the most invidious, appalling action during the financial crisis was the decision by the U.S. Federal Reserve to take over New York-based American International Group (AIG) in Sept. 2008. And it was the most necessary.

U.S. Consumer Credit Rose $7.4 Billion in September

Americans borrowed more in September to purchase cars and cover college expenses. Consumer credit expended $7.4 billion in September, a 3.6 percent increase at an annualized rate, and a health turnaround from a revised $9.68 billion unexpected drop in August, according to a Federal Reserve report on Monday.

Gold, Silver Prices up 2% in Flight to Safety

Gold prices jumped two percent to hit their highest point in six weeks and regain, at least for now, its traditional role as a safe-haven investment.

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U.S. Job Growth Could Hint at Some Improvement

U.S. employment growth was likely too weak in October to pull down the nation's lofty jobless rate, though it may have been strong enough to suggest some economic momentum is building.

U.S.'s 3.1% Productivity Rise in Third Quarter Bodes Well for Corporate Earnings

Just when you think the United States economy is about to tip back into a recession -- the dreaded double-dip -- up pops the unexpected -- modestly encouraging economic news, in the form of worker productivity and unit labor costs.

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U.S. initial jobless claims falls 9,000, hit one-month low

The number of people seeking state unemployment benefits fell for the third straight week, government data showed on Thursday, signaling some hopeful progress in the labor market.

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Futures Signal Higher Opening for U.S. Stocks

Stock index futures pointed to a slightly higher opening for equities on Wall Street on Thursday, with futures for the S&P 500, for the Dow Jones and for the Nasdaq 100 up 0.1 to 0.2 percent.

Highlights: Bernanke news conference on Fed policy

Below are highlights from Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke's news conference following the Fed's policy meeting on Wednesday.

Obama Tops 2011 Forbes' Most Powerful People List

Forbes released its list of the 70 most powerful people in the world, with the leaders of the U.S., Russia and China topping the list.

Nurses Join “Occupy” Protests, Despite Above-Average Wages

Hospital association says strikes harm patients.

Wall Street Cuts Gains on Greece Concerns

Stocks pared gains and the Nasdaq Composite hit a session low in afternoon trading on Wednesday after a source said the European Union and International Monetary Fund will not release an 8 billion euro payment to Greece until after its planned referendum.

Fed Lowers GDP Forecast, Holds Policy Steady

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday slashed its forecast for economic growth, raised projections for unemployment, and suggested Europe's debt crisis posed big downside risks to the U.S. economy.

FOMC Minutes Reveal Inflation Controlled Unemployment Remains Problematic: Live Video

The Monetary Policy report from the FOMC was released today as Federal Reserve Chairman; Ben Bernanke will offer his third live video press conference of the year today at 2:15 EDT.

U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke will likely roll out another round of quantitative easing, joining his global counterparts in engaging in expansion monetary policy, according to Morgan Stanley economist Spyros Andreopoulos

FOMC Statement: Fed Continues Operation Twist, Remains Decidedly Dovish

The FOMC statement released on Wednesday announced that the Federal Reserve will continue its program of Operation Twist to support the economy.

Wall Street Rises on ADP Jobs Report, Fed on Tap

Stocks rebounded after two days of losses on Wednesday, aided by upbeat job market data as investors eyed a crisis meeting about Greece and a Federal Reserve policy session.

Wall Street Gains on Jobs Data, Eyes on Greece, Fed

Upbeat job market data helped stocks bounce off two days of losses on Wednesday, with a crisis meeting about Greece and the end of a U.S. monetary policy session also on investors' minds.

Chairman of the Federal Reserve Ben Bernanke

Fed to Hold Steady Despite Global Risks

The Federal Reserve looks set to take a breather from monetary stimulus measures on Wednesday, even if financial market turbulence heightens the chances of action later.

Loonie strengthens as markets await Fed

The Canadian dollar strengthened against its U.S. counterpart in early trade on Wednesday as global markets settled between hope and fear amid Greek debt developments and ahead of a Federal Reserve meeting.

Private Sector Adds Jobs, Layoffs Slow in October

U.S. private employers added more jobs than expected last month, while planned layoffs dropped sharply, underscoring the view the economy is on a path of slow growth.

Gold Rises on Cheaper Dollar, Bargain Hunting

Gold prices rose Wednesday on bargain hunting, continued strong demand from central banks for bullion and a weaker dollar.

Futures Edge up With Focus on Greece, Fed

Stock index futures edged higher on Wednesday, following two days of sharp market losses, with developments in Greece and a U.S. monetary policy meeting in focus.

Small Business Borrowing Rises: PayNet

The growth of borrowing among small U.S. businesses moderated in September but the overall level still registered a 14th monthly double-digit increase in a fresh sign the economy is set to grow at a stable pace.

Gold Rises on Deepening Eurozone Crisis

Gold firmed on Wednesday, helped by safe-haven demand as the Eurozone troubles deepened and business surveys showed the severe impact the crisis had on manufacturing in the region.

European Markets Lose Ground After Upbeat Opening

European stocks turned negative after early gains Wednesday, adding to a sharp two-session drop as investors dumped banking shares on fresh concerns about the euro zone debt crisis.

U.S. Shares Seen up after Tuesday's Plunge

Stock index futures pointed to a higher open for equities on Wall Street on Wednesday, with futures for the S&P 500, for the Dow Jones and for the Nasdaq 100 up 0.6 to 1 percent.