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Former Boston Fed Pres.: Investment spend a catalyst
Friday, August 14, 2026
Eric Rosengren, who previously served as president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, attributed recent weak retail sales figures to higher oil prices affecting consumers. He stated that artificial intelligence and technology investment are driving a significant portion of overall investment spending. Rosengren made the comments during an appearance on Bloomberg's "The Close" program with hosts Romaine Bostick and Isabelle Lee.
