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Opinion among Federal Reserve Policymakers on U.S. rate hike isn't as divided as it seems

There are opposing views on the interest rate hikes among Fed officials, but there are others who believe that this division aren’t truly as they seem, since they all operate under the same procedure when considering rate hikes.

Growth in U.S. employment could make Fed hike interest rate

It's been a while since the last job rate increased and now Federal Reserve is eyeing a raise on interest rate. September records more jobs and is a sign that the U.S. economy is improving.

Rising home values boost American household wealth

American equity recovered from the slump of the 2009 recession. Adding to the sale of homes, couples working extend the family's purchasing power.

How a Fed Rate Hike Would Affect Millions of Americans

The Federal Reserve may have not pushed through with its plan to increase interest rates this year, but it is still expected to go for the rate hike later this year. Here are examples on how the possible Fed rate hike would affect the individual American.

Federal Reserve leaves the interest rate unchaged, causing panic among investors

Three major U.S indexes closed lower on Friday after the Federal Reserve decision not to change the interest rates after Thursday's meeting. The decision brings concern for investors as global economic is expected to continue its declining pattern.

U.S. stocks scored high as investros wait for Fed decision

The S&P 500 gained 0.5 percent on Thursday evening with Apple Inc. stock, boosting the index with an increase of 2.2 percent. However, investors are still cautious as policy makers are set to hold a meeting next week to decide regarding rate hike.

Ex-US Treasury Secretary urges Federal Reserve to not make the 'Serious Error' of Raising Interest Rates

Ex-U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers warns that the fierce sell-off on the global markets might lead to a very serious situation, and that the Federal Reserve’s plan to raise interest rates is a big mistake.

US housing costs on the rise, CPI reveals

The housing costs in the U.S. continue to rise despite the inflation rate. Last month, prices of commodities slightly went up but Federal Reserve will not be moved from raising interest rates this year.

Fed's Fischer says US inflation rate temporarily low while labor market is on a rebound

Vice Chairman assures that the low inflation rate experienced by the US is only temporary and will soon normalize and prices of oil and raw materials stabilize.

Fed rate hike seen with steady July jobs growth

Economists see an interest rate hike, possibly next month, as the US records a steady jobs growth in July. But while new jobs are being created, wages have almost stayed the same.

US Stocks rose ahead of big data week with looming interest rate increase deterred by global slow down

Stocks rise have experts speculating that the country may be on its way to recovery and an increased interest rate is on order. The Fed's Brainard is skeptic on the idea.

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