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Economy grows ‘modestly,’ with consumers wary of rising prices: Fed

“Input price pressures were notably elevated in manufacturing and construction,” the Fed said in a survey of its 12 district banks.

“Input price pressures were notably elevated in manufacturing and construction,” the Fed said in a survey of its 12 district banks.

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Why it matters

The Fed's report indicating modest economic growth alongside elevated input price pressures signals a meaningful monetary-policy signal that could influence rate expectations and credit conditions for sophisticated finance professionals.

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