Fed: Economy has lost momentum

Thursday, January 17, 2008

WASHINGTON -- Fresh fears about a recession accompanied Wednesday's somber report from the Federal Reserve suggesting retailers, home builders and many manufacturers should brace for even more rough times ahead. Adding to the worries: More big banks reported losses and said people were having trouble making payments for everything from credit cards to cars.

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