Fed Keep Rates At Record Lows; Upbeat On Economy

Los Angeles Times - Top News, Los Angeles Times
Wed, 04/28/2010 - 11:37am

WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve sounded a more confident note Wednesday that the economy is strengthening but pledged to hold rates at record lows to make sure it gains traction.

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