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U.S. Stocks Decline as Federal Reserve Cuts Growth Forecasts

Indexes fell after the Fed cut growth estimates as hiring slows. ‘It’s not all bad news, but caution is warranted,’ said one investment chief. Adobe Systems, the largest graphic design software firm, slid after its sales and profit forecast trailed estimates. Stocks got an early boost after Germany said bond purchases by Europe’s bailout fund are possible.