The Fed leaves its short-term interest rate target alone (for now) but expects sluggish economic growth.
Holding Steady: March 17 – 21
January Retail Sales Disappoint: February 10 – 14
Consumers slowed their spending as prices rose.
Still Missing the Mark: January 13 – 17
Inflation remained stubbornly above target in 2024.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 