President Harker Speaks on Trade Issues in London, UK
“Trade fosters peace and cooperation” among nations, said Philadelphia Fed President Patrick Harker in a June 27 speech to the European Economics and Financial Centre in London, UK. But he said help should be given to the workers and industries that are negatively affected by trade.
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Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) Releases Statement
In view of realized and expected labor market conditions and inflation, the Committee decided to raise the target range for the federal funds rate to 1 to 1-1/4 percent.
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New Guide Describes State of Apprenticeships in the Third District
The Philadelphia Fed has released a guide on apprenticeship, a workforce strategy that enables employers to recruit and develop talented employees and provides employees with a structured career pathway. The “Apprenticeship Guide” includes case studies, contacts, and resources.
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Economic Insights Examines the Challenge of Taxing the ‘1 Percent’
Rising income inequality has prompted proposals to raise taxes on top earners. But determining an optimal tax rate involves some complex trade-offs.
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Harker Discusses EGMP’s Objectives in Reading, PA, Speech
Philadelphia Fed President Patrick Harker outlined the goals of the Bank’s Economic Growth & Mobility Project during his keynote address to the Pennsylvania Economic Association’s annual meeting in Reading, PA, on June 2. “Inclusive growth is good for the overall economy,” he said.
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President Harker Speaks on Trade Issues in London, UK
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Nonmanufacturing Activity Continues to Grow in June
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Philadelphia Fed Releases Livingston Survey
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