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Fed to offer interest rate forecasts

In a major shift, the U.S. Federal Reserve will start updating the public four times a year on how long it plans to keep short-term interest rates at record lows, according to minutes from its December policy meeting.

By Wire services |January 3, 2012

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Industry

Start 2012 off right

Over the next five years, dollar and variety stores are expected to perform well by targeting low-income households and thrifty customers. Competition will challenge the industry, but consumers will rely on the stores for inexpensive discretionary purchases.

By Chip Brian |January 1, 2012

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Faceoff: wading through volatility

Uncertainty isn’t always bad for investors. Experts weigh in on when to wet your feet in rough waters

By Kanupriya Vashisht |January 1, 2012

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Economic Indicators

Japan: After the earthquake

Kaifukuroyoku is Japanese for resilience and this word perfectly captures the Japanese people’s ability to overcome hardship and disaster this year. Their ability to make a steady recovery from the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami that hit the nation on March 11 is a case in point.

By Rayann Huang |December 21, 2011

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