Shrinking the central bank's $4.5T balance sheet involves forces beyond the Fed's control.

Shrinking the central bank's $4.5T balance sheet involves forces beyond the Fed's control.

Inflation of 2% is a target, not a ceiling, Yellen says.

Inflation of 2% is a target, not a ceiling, Yellen says.

Historically, Republican presidents have been more likely to face a U.S. recession.

Historically, Republican presidents have been more likely to face a U.S. recession.

Amid dissents from three FOMC voting members, Federal Reserve again holds interest rates steady.

Tight labor market may put upward pressure on wages.