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Friday, October 16, 2026
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh announced plans for a task force on productivity and jobs. The task force will hold a field hearing in the San Francisco Bay Area next month. The initiative reflects the central bank's continued attention to labor market conditions and economic output. The hearing will examine factors influencing job creation and workforce productivity.
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