Policymakers felt that the risks of a trade war and a disruptive Brexit had diminished
The number of available positions rose 3.3%
After three cuts earlier this year, the central bank left its benchmark rate in a low range of 1.5% to 1.75%
The unemployment rate matches a half-century low
Higher tariffs on customer products didn't stop Americans from spending
The Fed cut short-term rates last month for the third time this year
Measure isn't intended to lower longer-term rates, Fed says
Powell may face challenges on future moves
Average hourly wages saw a slight decline
Excluding government hiring, businesses added just 96,000 jobs