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US economy expanding modestly, Fed says

EMPLOYMENT WOES:With unemployment stuck near 10 percent, the US central bank offered scant hope on the jobs front, but it was more upbeat on the economy

AFP, WASHINGTON

Jon Ogg, an analyst at 24/7WallSt.com, questioned the need.

“The newest Beige Book from the Federal Reserve might make you wonder why on Earth quantitative easing is necessary,” Ogg said. “Low growth is still OK, but the jobs issue is still front and center. Will quantitative easing and lower and lower rates force hiring?”

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