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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Monetary

News                                                                                                                             
CNN: Money | How the Fed has (and hasn't) fixed the economy
After the Federal Reserve announces its latest monetary policy decision, Chairman Ben Bernanke will have to face the media and answer for the Fed's actions.
Bloomberg | Fed Confidence in Transitory Inflation Hinges on Low Wage Gains
Brady Miller is paying more for vinyl siding for his construction business and for groceries to feed his family. He can’t charge customers more, showing why some Federal Reserve officials say inflation will ease.

Econ Comments                                                                                                             
Minyanville | Trading Chinese Stocks on Inflation Fears
As monetary policy tightening increases along with a rise in inflation, investors must pick their spots wisely.
WSJ | Bernanke's Inflation Paradox
The Fed said it wanted higher prices. Voila!
Minyanville | On Inflation and Money Illusion
Money illusion is a lot of fun until you realize that crisp new dollar bill is not worth the paper on which it is printed.