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US weekly jobless claims fall; job growth appears steady in July
The number of Americans filing new applications for jobless benefits fell last week, pointing to steady job growth in July, though some laid off workers are experiencing long spells of unemployment because of a moderation in hiring.
US applications for jobless benefits fall to 227,000 last week, remain at historically healthy level
The Labor Department reported that jobless claims for the week ending July 5 fell, fewer than analysts forecast.
US applications for jobless benefits fall for fifth straight week, hitting lowest level since April
The Labor Department reported Thursday that jobless claims for the week ending July 12 fell by 7,000 to 221,000, the fifth straight weekly decline and the fewest since mid-April.
Jobless claims drop for fifth straight week to lowest level since April. It’s a ‘no-hire, no-fire story,’ economist says.
Continuing claims were at the highest level since November 2021, a sign that workers are having trouble finding new positions after they are laid off.
Initial jobless claims decline for a fifth straight week
Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits declined for a fifth straight week to the lowest level since mid-April, showing a resilient job market.
Fewer Americans file for jobless benefits last week as layoffs remain at historically healthy levels
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell last week to the lowest level in three months, a sign that the U.S. labor market remains sturdy despite fears over the impact
US applications for jobless benefits fall again, hitting lowest level since April
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell last week to the lowest level in three months, a sign that the ...
US weekly jobless claims fall unexpectedly in latest week
The number of Americans filing new applications for jobless benefits unexpectedly fell last week, suggesting employers may be ...
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Jobless claims fall nationally. How does Pennsylvania stack up?
After three straight weeks of decline, unemployment claims grew in Pennsylvania last week. The U.S. Department of Labor ...
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U.S. Jobless Claims Fall for Fifth Week
Washington, DC, July 17, 2025 - Initial claims for unemployment benefits in the U.S. totaled 221,000 for the week ending July ...
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US weekly jobless claims fall as labor market remains tight
Weekly jobless claims fall 12,000 to 201,000; Continuing claims decline 27,000 to 1.862 million; Existing home sales increase 3.1% in January; Median house price rises 5.1% to $379,100 from ...
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US weekly jobless claims fall after Hurricane Helene, Milton - USA TODAY
US weekly jobless claims fall as hurricane distortions fade. Lucia Mutikani. Reuters. ... Initial claims for state unemployment benefits dropped 12,000 to a seasonally adjusted 216,000 for ...
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Weekly jobless claims fall again, underscoring tight job market
Despite fears of a recession, the labor market is showing no signs of weakening. The number of first-time claims for unemployment benefits fell by 6,000 to 222,000 for the week ended September 3 ...
US Economy: Retail Sales Surge in June, Jobless Claims Fall
US retail sales rebounded in June as the value of retail purchases, not adjusted for inflation, increased 0.6% after a sharp decline in May. Elsewhere, applications for US unemployment benefits ...
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US initial jobless claims fall to 8-month low - The Boston Globe
US initial jobless claims fall to 8-month low to end 2024. A hiring sign in San Rafael, Calif. New jobless claims fell by 9,000 to 211,000 in the week ended Dec ...
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US Jobless Claims Fall to Five-Month Low as Storm Impact Fades
US Jobless Claims Fall to Five-Month Low as Storm Impact Fades Initial applications declined 12,000 to 216,000 last week Florida and North Carolina reported the largest drops ...