Minutes from the U.S. Fed's November meeting show the U.S. economy is strong in key sectors, boosting the chances of an interest rate rise in December. The minutes indicated officials were looking for signs of an improving economy before raising rates. The U.S. has since seen a stream of robust economic news and improved consumer outlook following the presidential election. â€9With the outcome of the presidential election settled and employment and inflation on the rise, economists and market participants almost overwhelmingly expect the Fed to increase rates in three weeks. The meeting minutes also indicate most officials believe an increase could be warranted "relatively soon" if data continues to show an improving economy.

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