Economics

Fed May Need to Consider Faster Taper, Officials Say

  • Clarida says economy in ‘strong position,’ will consider data
  • ‘Policy may need to pivot to a faster taper,’ Waller says
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The Federal Reserve may need to consider speeding up the reduction in its bond-buying program amid strong economic growth and rising inflation, two members of the central bank’s board said on Friday.