Goldman Sachs economics wonks expect to hear clear evidence that a discussion about further easing measures was part of the March 13 meeting of the Fed’s key rate-setting comittee, known as the FOMC. The minutes from the meeting will be out at 2 p.m. Here’s Goldman’s bullet points on what they’re listening for: Since the January meeting Fed officials have mostly been silent on the question of additional easing. The minutes from the March 13 FOMC meeting should therefore provide more clarity on the committee’s current views. We expect that the meeting included a discussion of possible easing options. This discussion ... (full story)