US Fed considers first rate rise since 2006

The US Federal Reserve this week is expected to signal it is preparing to raise interest rates for the first time since 2006.

But despite data pointing to a strengthening economy, some economists think low inflation will stop the Fed from making changes any time soon.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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