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Forex News: Bernanke comments in the WSJ
By Greg Michalowski
Created Jun 9 2008 - 6:57pm

The jobless jump in May will not influence the rate outlook going forward.  This is reported in the WSJ. 

The likelihood of a serious recession has fallen. 

Growth risks remain to the downside. 

The thought is the Fed is unlikely to raise rates in the near future.

  • Activity in current quarter likely to be weak.
  • Current headwinds offset by recent rate cuts
  • Stimulus package provides support
  • Less downside from housing
  • Inflation has remained high reflecting increase in global commodity prices. 

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