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Yellen sees path to reduce US inflation while sustaining strong job market

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Thursday it will be possible to bring down high inflation without triggering a big increase in joblessness.

“There is a path to bring down inflation while maintaining a strong labor market,” Yellen told reporters, while acknowledging there are “numerous risks” to the economic outlook.

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