Fed plots more gradual rate rises as global risk weighs

Now predicts two quarter point rises

Daniel Flynn
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The US Federal Reserve has revised its interest rate forecast to two quarter-point rises this year, down from the four hikes predicted in December 2016, bringing it closer in line with market expectations.

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