US Federal Reserve "is close to achieving the goals of the US economy


Stanley Fischer, vice chairman of the US central bank, said the Federal Reserve of the United States is about to achieve its objectives to limit inflation rate at two percent, and increase the number of available jobs.
Fisher talked about the economy recovers and opportunities, in a speech in Colorado, saying, "The closer to our goals" and job growth "is imminent."
Fisher did not mention interest rates, but his comments could ignite the debate about the possibility of rise.
Fischer said that the job growth rate of "more than enough" to the continued improvement in the labor market, although slower than the year 2015. The inflation rates, other than food and energy prices, "is still in its two percent limits", which is the goal set by the Fed.
He added that in recent years, the US economy was forced to face the US debt crisis, also saw an increase in the strength of the dollar, in addition to sporadic financial turmoil.
Remarkable achievement
Fisher also said that "even in the midst of these crises, the labor market continued to grow, and the continued rise in the number of jobs, even nearing the unemployment rate to reach the natural proportions. I think it is a remarkable achievement, and did not receive the right amount, as he returned the economy to nearly disappearance the unemployment rate in a short time after a period of significant decline. "
One of the biggest concerns is the slowdown in productivity growth in the United States in recent years. Fisher believes that this might hinder the growth of jobs and salaries.
Fisher did not mention the terms of interest rates. There are expectations that the Fed will increase interest rates this year if the continuation of the economic recovery.
Fisher said he expected "the acceleration of economic growth in the next quarter of the year, period."
The statements come before the speech, which received head of the Fed, Janet Yellen, next Friday, which is expected to address all policy interest rate.
It is also expected to carry the letter softens some positives. Economists say that Fischer often avoids statement that may be contrary to the letter of unrelenting on Friday.

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