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Bernanke sworn in as Fed chief Bernanke sworn in as Fed chief
Feb 1: 9:45a
New Federal Reserve chief takes reins from Alan Greenspan; becomes 14th chairman of central bank, will serve four-year term. (more)
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Fed raises rates again
Jan 31: 4:36p
In Greenspan's last meeting, central bank boosts rates to 4.5%, cuts 'measured' language. (more)This story contains video
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    Fed rate hikes put pressure on average 30-year rate; could reach 6.7% in 2006, say experts. (more)

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    Jan 20    Fed hints end near for rate hikes
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