Reports show inflation under control

Friday, August 9, 2002

WASHINGTON -- Inflation is under control, consumers have become more cautious and layoffs are stabilizing, according to economic data released Thursday. The fresh reports reinforce the notion that the Federal Reserve probably will leave interest rates unchanged next week.

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