Greenspan warns on trade deficits risk to economy
Fed Chair Alan Greenspan warned that persistent U.S. current account deficits could threaten economic stability if foreign investors someday lose interest in dollar assets. He noted the deficit rose to 166.2 billion in the latest quarter, and cited currency and inflation dynamics as factors shaping future policy.
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The House approved a large debt limit increase to 8.18 trillion dollars, lifting total borrowing under Bush to 2.23 trillion in four years. The bill funds federal programs, boosts NIH to 28.4 billion, veterans health care to 30.3 billion, and includes 404 million for Sudan refugees while holding Amtrak subsidies at 1.2 billion.
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