Economy ‘On the Cusp’ of a Soft Landing with Recession Unlikely
The United States appears to have dodged a recession, NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz says.
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Federal Reserve
Economy Still Growing, But Could be Slowing Enough for Fed to Lower Interest Rates This Year
The economy is still growing but appears to have slowed enough for the Fed to lower interest rates later this year.
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Retailers Say Change in Methodology Leaves Fed’s Proposed New Debit Card ‘Swipe’ Fee Cap Too High
NRF told the Fed its plan to lower the cap on debit card “swipe” fees is welcome but leaves the rate too high.
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NRF Economist Says Inflation and Interest Rates Remain Key
Inflation and efforts to bring it under control will continue to play a major role in the economy this year.
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NRF Expresses Support to Lift the Debt Ceiling
NRF Opposes Corporate Tax Rate Increase in President’s Budget
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