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Fed's Yellen: Employment is near maximum sustainable level

During a Q&A session, Fed's Chairwoman Janet Yellen stated that U.S. economy appears to have rebounded after Q1 slowdown.

Key quotes (via Reuters):

  • Pickup in global growth helping U.S. exports this year
  • Job growth still well above pace needed to absorb new entrants to labor force
  • Stable labor force participation rates in recent years is sign of improving labor conditions
  • Job market will strengthen somewhat further
  • Employment is near maximum sustainable level

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