The Fed indicates it needs a clearer picture of economic developments before raising rates again. It notes that effects of a slowdown in exports have lessened.
The Fed raised its benchmark rate in December from record lows to a range of 0.25 percent to 0.50 percent. Some economists think a July hike is possible if the job market rebounds and markets remain calm after Britain`s vote next week on whether to leave the European Union.
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