Economy

Setting targets publicly could lead to debates with governments.

St. Louis Fed President says FOMC minutes released yesterday "are a bit stale," economy has picked up.

St. Louis Fed President says FOMC minutes released yesterday "are a bit stale," economy has picked up.

Many on FOMC favored additional stimulus soon if theres no sustained gain in growth.

Many on FOMC favored additional stimulus soon if theres no sustained gain in growth.

Spending cuts and taxes increases scheduled for January could push economy into recession, CBO says.