U.S. should focus on boosting employment

The Federal Reserve’s vice chair, Janet Yellen, says the U.S. should focus on creating jobs.

February 12, 2013 | Last updated on February 12, 2013
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The Federal Reserve’s vice chair, Janet Yellen, says the U.S. should focus on creating jobs, reports Financial Times.

It adds the Federal Open Market Committee is divided on how long easing should continue. Read more.

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