Federal Reserve

States reopening too quickly hurt economic recovery, Boston Fed chief says

Visits to shops and recreation outlets have picked up more quickly in Europe

By Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press |August 12, 2020

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Fed stays the course as pandemic constrains growth

The central bank will continue to buy US$120 billion in Treasury and mortgage bonds each month

By Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press |July 29, 2020

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Fed extends lending programs as pandemic’s impact lengthens

The extension applies to several programs that lend to Wall Street banks and other financial institutions

By Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press |July 28, 2020

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Fed expands Main Street Lending Program

Support will now also be offered to non-profits and endowments

By Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press |July 17, 2020

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