Home Depot says high interest rates are hampering home-remodeling plans
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Japan's inflation rate climbs to a 2-year high of 4% in January, supporting rate hike calls from BOJ members
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Interest Rate Cuts on Hold Till Inflation Improves, Fed Meeting Minutes Show
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