The Federal Reserve adjusts interest rates and controls money supply to manage inflation and employment. By lowering rates, it encourages borrowing and spending during slowdowns; raising rates cools an overheating economy. This policy benefits consumers through stable prices, businesses via predictable costs, and investors with balanced growth, ultimately supporting overall economic health.
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