[Federal Reserve Meeting Minutes: Increased Downside Risk to Employment] The Federal Reserve meeting minutes show that members unanimously believe economic activity is expanding at a moderate pace, employment growth has slowed this year, and the unemployment rate has slightly increased as of September, with recent indicators aligning with these trends. Inflation has risen since the beginning of the year and remains at a high level. The committee is closely monitoring risks to its dual mandate, and downside risks to employment have increased in recent months.