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FOMC Minutes....................................>

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FED: FOMC Minutes
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- A majority saw no rate changes in 2019 at March 19-20 meet
- Several participants said future policy moves could shift either way 
- Some said another hike this year may be warranted
- Several said "patient" will need to be reviewed
- A couple said "patient" should not limit policy adjustments if needed
- Several preferred to resume securities purchases soon after runoff ends
- Noted that resumption of Tsy purchases to keep pace with growth in demand 
and to maintain "ample-reserve" regime, not a change in monetary policy.
- To discuss longer-term composition at future meeting.
- Uncertainties from trade, Brexit lower than in January.

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