January 29, 2020

Fed holds rates steady, but monitoring international developments

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Stocks / Currency / Economy / International / News / Big Picture

The U.S. Federal Reserve held rates steady amid a strong economy, but sees potential global risks including the viral outbreak in China. Anthony Okolie talks with James Marple, Senior Economist, TD Bank Group.

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