US jobless claims fall to 473K as more GOP governors bar aid
3 years, 10 months ago

US jobless claims fall to 473K as more GOP governors bar aid

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen. In Thursday’s report on jobless claims, the government said nearly 16.9 million people were receiving unemployment aid during the week of April 24, the latest period for which data is available. The rise in unemployment recipients occurred mostly in California and Michigan, where more than 600,000 people were added to the federal jobless benefit program that was set up for gig workers and contractors. But he also urged the Labor Department to work with states on renewing requirements that recipients of unemployment aid must search for jobs and take a position if offered.

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Jobless Claims by US Federal Workers Remain High for Second Week
1 week, 2 days ago

Jobless Claims by US Federal Workers Remain High for Second Week

Live Mint  

Applications for unemployment benefits filed by federal employees remained at an elevated level for a second week as the Trump administration moves to dramatically shrink the size of the federal government. There were 1,580 initial claims filed nationwide in the Unemployment Compensation for Federal Employees program for the week ended March 1, slightly down from 1,634 the previous week but …

The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits falls as labor market remains sturdy
1 week, 2 days ago

The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits falls as labor market remains sturdy

Associated Press  

Applications for U.S. jobless benefits fell last week as the labor market remains sturdy ahead of an expected purge of federal government employees. The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits fell by 21,000 to 221,000 for the week ending March 1, the Labor Department said Thursday. Last week, senior U.S. officials set the government downsizing in motion via a …

U.S. applications for jobless benefits rose last week, but layoffs remain relatively low
1 month, 1 week ago

U.S. applications for jobless benefits rose last week, but layoffs remain relatively low

LA Times  

A hiring sign is displayed at a grocery store in Glenview, Ill., last fall. More Americans filed unemployment claims last week than the week prior, but the labor market remains healthy and there are still relatively few layoffs. U.S. applications for jobless benefits rose by 11,000 to 219,000 for the week ending Feb. 1, the Labor Department said Thursday. While …

US unemployment benefit applications stable, but continuing claims surge to 3-year high
2 months, 2 weeks ago

US unemployment benefit applications stable, but continuing claims surge to 3-year high

India Today  

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits remained unchanged last week. Continuing claims, the total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits, climbed by 46,000 to 1.91 million for the week of December 14. That’s more than analysts projected and the most since the week of November 13, 2021 when the labor market was still recovering from the COVID-19 jobs …

US applications for unemployment benefits come back down after last week’s big rise
2 months, 3 weeks ago

US applications for unemployment benefits come back down after last week’s big rise

Associated Press  

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell markedly last week following a big increase the week before. Continuing claims, the total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits, fell by 5,000 to 1.87 million for the week of Dec. 7. Earlier this month, the government reported that U.S. job openings rebounded to 7.7 million in October from a 3 …

US applications for jobless benefits rise to highest level in 2 months but remain relatively low
3 months ago

US applications for jobless benefits rise to highest level in 2 months but remain relatively low

Associated Press  

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits jumped to their highest level in two months last week but remain low relative to historical standards. This week’s report also showed that continuing claims, the total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits, rose by 15,000 to 1.89 million for the week of Nov. 30. The Fed has cut its benchmark rate at its last …

U.S. applications for jobless benefits rise to highest level in 2 months but remain relatively low
3 months ago

U.S. applications for jobless benefits rise to highest level in 2 months but remain relatively low

LA Times  

A help wanted sign is displayed at a restaurant in Chicago on Nov. 25. U.S. applications for unemployment benefits jumped to their highest level in two months last week but remain low relative to historical standards. This week’s report also showed that continuing claims, the total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits, rose by 15,000 to 1.89 million for the …

US applications for jobless benefits rise last week but remain at low levels
3 months, 1 week ago

US applications for jobless benefits rise last week but remain at low levels

Associated Press  

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week but remains at historically healthy levels. Continuing claims, the total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits, fell by 25,000 to 1.87 million for the week of Nov. 23. Earlier this week, the government reported that U.S. job openings rebounded to 7.7 million in October from a 3 1/2 year …

Number of Americans filing for jobless benefits falls again and hovers near 7-month lows
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Number of Americans filing for jobless benefits falls again and hovers near 7-month lows

Associated Press  

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week, remaining near seven-month lows. However, continuing claims, the total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits, rose by 9,000 to 1.91 million for the week of Nov. 16. While the number of new people applying for jobless aid each week remains at historically healthy levels, some who are receiving benefits …

U.S. applications for jobless benefits fall to 213,000, staying near 7-month lows
3 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. applications for jobless benefits fall to 213,000, staying near 7-month lows

LA Times  

Hiring signs are displayed at a restaurant in Buffalo Grove, Ill., on Nov. 3. The Labor Department reported Thursday that the number of jobless claim applications fell by 6,000, to 213,000, for the week of Nov. 16. However, continuing claims, the total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits, rose by 36,000, to 1.91 million, for the week of Nov. 9. …

US initial jobless claims dropped to lowest since May last week
4 months ago

US initial jobless claims dropped to lowest since May last week

Hindustan Times  

Applications for US unemployment benefits fell to the lowest level since May last week, signaling there is still a healthy demand for workers after recent storms and strikes. US jobless applications data have been even more volatile than usual recently as Southeastern states recovered from two hurricanes and Boeing Co. workers ended a weeks-long strike. Jobless applications data have been …

Slightly more Americans apply for unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain at low levels
4 months, 1 week ago

Slightly more Americans apply for unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain at low levels

Associated Press  

The number of Americans applying for jobless aid ticked up last week but layoffs remain at historically low levels. Continuing claims, the total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits, rose by 39,000 to 1.89 million for the week of Oct. 26. In response to weakening employment data and receding consumer prices, the Federal Reserve slashed its benchmark interest rate in …

Applications for U.S. jobless benefits fall to two-month low as layoffs remain at healthy levels
6 months, 1 week ago

Applications for U.S. jobless benefits fall to two-month low as layoffs remain at healthy levels

LA Times  

The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell to its lowest level in two months last week, signaling that layoffs remain relatively low despite other signs of labor market cooling. Economists polled by FactSet expect Friday’s August jobs report to show that the U.S. added 160,000 jobs, up from 114,000 in July, and that the unemployment rate dipped to …

Fewer Americans filed for jobless benefits last week, but applications remain slightly elevated
7 months, 1 week ago

Fewer Americans filed for jobless benefits last week, but applications remain slightly elevated

LA Times  

The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits fell last week but remain at slightly elevated though not troubling levels. Jobless claims for the week of Aug. 3 fell by 17,000 to 233,000 last week, the Labor Department reported Thursday. Thursday’s report was the first snapshot of the U.S. labor market since last week’s deeply disappointing jobs data for July …

The number of Americans filing for jobless claims hits highest level in a year
7 months, 2 weeks ago

The number of Americans filing for jobless claims hits highest level in a year

Associated Press  

The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits jumped to its highest level in a year last week, even as the labor market remains surprisingly healthy in an era of high interest rates. Jobless claims for the week ending July 27 climbed by 14,000 to 249,000, from 235,000 the previous week, the Labor Department reported Thursday. Weekly unemployment claims are …

The number of Americans applying for jobless benefits holds steady as labor market remains strong
10 months, 3 weeks ago

The number of Americans applying for jobless benefits holds steady as labor market remains strong

Associated Press  

The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits didn’t change last week as the labor market continues to defy efforts by the Federal Reserve to cool hiring. The Labor Department reported Thursday that unemployment claims for the week ending April 13 were unchanged from the previous week’s 212,000. Many economists thought there was a chance the rapid rate hikes could …

Fewer Americans file for jobless claims as labor market continues to shrug off higher interest rates
11 months ago

Fewer Americans file for jobless claims as labor market continues to shrug off higher interest rates

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Fewer Americans applied for jobless …

US applications for jobless claims hold at healthy levels
1 year ago

US applications for jobless claims hold at healthy levels

Associated Press  

U.S. applications for jobless benefits were unchanged last week, settling at a healthy level as the labor market continues to show strength in the face of elevated interest rates. Unemployment claims for the week ending March 2 were 217,000, matching the previous week’s revised level, the Labor Department reported Thursday. In total, 1.9 million Americans were collecting jobless benefits during …

US applications for jobless benefits rise but labor market remains solid
1 year, 2 months ago

US applications for jobless benefits rise but labor market remains solid

Associated Press  

More Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, but not enough to raise concern about the labor market or broader economy. The Federal Reserve started raising interest rates early last year to try to beat down the inflation that surged after an unusually strong economic rebound from the COVID-19 recession of 2020. The Fed has left rates alone at its …

US applications for jobless benefits inch down, remain at historically healthy levels
1 year, 4 months ago

US applications for jobless benefits inch down, remain at historically healthy levels

Associated Press  

Slightly fewer Americans applied for jobless claims last week, further indicating that the labor market remains strong in an era of high interest rates. Though Fed officials opted to leave the benchmark rate alone last week, the U.S. central bank has raised rates 11 times since March of 2022 in an effort to tame inflation, which reached a four-decade high …

US applications for jobless benefits inch up but layoffs remain historically low
1 year, 5 months ago

US applications for jobless benefits inch up but layoffs remain historically low

Associated Press  

Slightly more Americans applied for jobless claims last week, but layoffs remain low and the labor market continues to show resiliency amid elevated interest rates imposed by the Federal Reserve. Applications for unemployment benefits ticked up by 2,000 to 207,000 for the week ending Sept. 30, the Labor Department reported Thursday. Though the Federal Reserve opted to leave its benchmark …

Applications for US jobless benefits tick up slightly
1 year, 6 months ago

Applications for US jobless benefits tick up slightly

Associated Press  

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits last week ticked up modestly after falling to the lowest level in seven months the week before, as companies continue to retain employees despite the Federal Reserve’s efforts to cool the economy. U.S. applications for jobless claims rose by 3,000 to 220,000 for the week ending Sept. 9, the Labor Department reported …

US applications for jobless claims inch back down as companies hold on to their employees
1 year, 6 months ago

US applications for jobless claims inch back down as companies hold on to their employees

Associated Press  

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell slightly last week as companies held on to employees in an economy that has largely withstood rapidly rising interest rates, intended to cool hiring and spending, for more than a year. The number of Americans applying for jobless benefits last fell week by 4,000, to 228,000 the week ending August 26, the Labor Department …

U.S. jobless claims applications fall as labor market continues to show resiliency
1 year, 6 months ago

U.S. jobless claims applications fall as labor market continues to show resiliency

Associated Press  

The U.S. labor market continues to flex its muscle as applications for jobless claims fell again last week and remain at healthy levels in the face of high interest rates and inflation. Applications for unemployment benefits dropped by 11,000 to 239,000 for the week ending August 12, down from 250,000 the previous week, the Labor Department reported Thursday. Early this …

Number of Americans applying for jobless aid rises, but not enough to cause concern
1 year, 7 months ago

Number of Americans applying for jobless aid rises, but not enough to cause concern

Associated Press  

The number of Americans applying for jobless benefits jumped last week, but not enough to raise concern about the consistently strong U.S. labor market. U.S. applications for unemployment benefits rose by 21,000 to 248,000 for the week ending August 5, from 227,000 the week before, the Labor Department reported Thursday. Last week, the Labor Department reported that U.S. employers added …

Applications for jobless benefits in the U.S. retreat after three weeks of elevated claims
1 year, 8 months ago

Applications for jobless benefits in the U.S. retreat after three weeks of elevated claims

Associated Press  

Applications for unemployment benefits fell significantly last week after claims appeared to stabilize at modestly elevated levels in recent weeks. U.S. applications for jobless claims fell by 26,000 to 239,000 for the week ending June 24, the Labor Department reported Thursday. Jobless claims in the previous three weeks had pushed closer to 300,000 after mostly being in the high 100,000 …

Number of Americans filing for jobless claims is elevated for second straight week
1 year, 9 months ago

Number of Americans filing for jobless claims is elevated for second straight week

Associated Press  

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits remained elevated last week, a possible sign that the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes over the past year may taking hold in what’s proved to be a resilient job market. Americans have enjoyed unusual job security, despite the Federal Reserve’s aggressive campaign to cool the economy and labor market in its bid …

US claims for unemployment aid jump, but remain low
1 year, 10 months ago

US claims for unemployment aid jump, but remain low

Associated Press  

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits jumped last week but remain low overall, even as the Federal Reserve has furiously raised interest rates to beat down inflation and cool the labor market. Another sign that the labor market may be cooling came Tuesday when the government reported that U.S. job openings fell in March to the lowest level …

Jobless claims fall again with labor market churning along
1 year, 10 months ago

Jobless claims fall again with labor market churning along

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Applications for unemployment benefits in …

US jobless aid claims fell last week as layoffs remain low
1 year, 11 months ago

US jobless aid claims fell last week as layoffs remain low

Associated Press  

Fewer Americans applied for jobless claims last week as the labor market continues to thrive despite the Federal Reserve’s efforts to cool the economy and tamp down inflation. With recent data showing that those rate hikes have done little to bring down inflation and even less to cool the economy and labor market, many analysts were expecting the Fed to …

Fewer Americans apply for jobless benefits last week
2 years, 3 months ago

Fewer Americans apply for jobless benefits last week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell significantly last week, a sign that the labor market remains strong even as the Federal Reserve continues to raise interest rates in an effort to cool the economy and slow inflation. American workers have extraordinary job security at the moment, despite an economy some see in danger of tipping …

Slightly fewer Americans apply for jobless aid last week
2 years, 4 months ago

Slightly fewer Americans apply for jobless aid last week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Applications for jobless benefits fell slightly last week with the U.S. job market remaining resilient in the face of rising interest rates and persistent inflation. Unemployment claims for the week ending Oct. 29 fell by 1,000 to 217,000 from 218,000 the previous week, the Labor Department reported Thursday. In September, American employers slowed their hiring but still added …

Fewer Americans apply for jobless benefits last week
2 years, 4 months ago

Fewer Americans apply for jobless benefits last week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week and remains historically low even as the U.S. economy slows in the midst of decades-high inflation. The government reported last week that inflation in the United States accelerated in September, with the cost of housing and other necessities intensifying pressure on families and businesses. Fed officials have …

U.S. applications for jobless aid rise last week
2 years, 5 months ago

U.S. applications for jobless aid rise last week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose slightly last week but remains historically low even as the U.S. economy slows in the midst of decades-high inflation. Fed officials have warned that the unemployment rate will likely have to rise as part of their fight against rising prices, and last week’s jobs report likely snuffed out any …

US weekly jobless claims surge more than expected
2 years, 5 months ago

US weekly jobless claims surge more than expected

Al Jazeera  

Initial claims for state unemployment benefits rose 29,000 to a seasonally adjusted 219,000 for the week ended October 1, more than expected, the Department of Labor said on Thursday. The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits increased more than expected last week, but the labour market remains tight even as demand for labour is cooling amid higher …

More Americans apply for jobless aid last week
2 years, 5 months ago

More Americans apply for jobless aid last week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits rose slightly last week with the Federal Reserve pushing hard to cool the economy and tamp down inflation. Fed officials have pointed to the remarkably resilient U.S. labor market as added justification for raising rates five times this year, including three 75-basis point hikes in a row. The Fed’s move …

Fewer Americans file for jobless benefits again last week
2 years, 6 months ago

Fewer Americans file for jobless benefits again last week

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The number of Americans applying …

Fewer Americans apply for jobless aid last week
2 years, 6 months ago

Fewer Americans apply for jobless aid last week

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Fewer Americans filed for unemployment …

Fewer Americans claim jobless benefits last week
2 years, 6 months ago

Fewer Americans claim jobless benefits last week

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Fewer Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week as the labor market continues to stand out as one of the strongest segments of the U.S. economy. Applications for jobless aid for the week ending Aug. 20 fell by 2,000 to 243,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday. The number of Americans collecting traditional unemployment benefits fell by 19,000 …

US unemployment claims rise by 14,000 to 262,000
2 years, 7 months ago

US unemployment claims rise by 14,000 to 262,000

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The number of Americans who signed up for unemployment benefits rose last week to the highest level since November, though the U.S. job market continues to show signs of strength. Applications for jobless aid climbed by 14,000 to 262,000 and now have risen five out of the last six weeks, the Labor Department reported Thursday. The number of …

Applications for US jobless claims up again last week
2 years, 7 months ago

Applications for US jobless claims up again last week

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy More Americans applied for jobless …

US jobless claims climb again, near highest since November
2 years, 7 months ago

US jobless claims climb again, near highest since November

Al Jazeera  

The Labor Department said that initial claims for state unemployment increased by 6,000 to 260,000 in the week ending on July 30 – hovering near an eight-month high. The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment insurance rose slightly last week, suggesting some easing in a historically tight labour market. Initial claims for state unemployment increased by 6,000 to …

Fewer Americans applied for jobless benefits last week
2 years, 7 months ago

Fewer Americans applied for jobless benefits last week

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Fewer Americans applied for jobless …

US weekly jobless claims unexpectedly jump to 8-month high
2 years, 7 months ago

US weekly jobless claims unexpectedly jump to 8-month high

Al Jazeera  

Applications for US state unemployment insurance rose for a third week to the highest since November as more companies announce job cuts, suggesting some softening in the labor market. Initial unemployment claims increased by 7,000 to 251,000 in the week ended July 16, Labor Department data showed Thursday. Continuing claims for state benefits rose 51,000 to 1.38 million in the …

U.S. jobless claims rise to 235k, most in nearly six months
2 years, 8 months ago

U.S. jobless claims rise to 235k, most in nearly six months

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — More Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week and while layoffs remain low, it was the fifth consecutive week that claims topped the 230,000 mark and the most in almost six months. Applications for jobless aid for the week ending July 2 rose to 235,000, up 4,000 from the previous week and the most since mid-January, the Labor …

Fewer Americans apply for jobless aid last week
2 years, 8 months ago

Fewer Americans apply for jobless aid last week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week as the U.S. job market remains strong in the face of rising inflation and interest rates. Applications for jobless aid fell by 3,000 to 229,000 for the week ending June 11, down from the previous week’s 232,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday. The Labor Department reported last week that consumer …

More Americans apply for jobless benefits last week
2 years, 9 months ago

More Americans apply for jobless benefits last week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — More Americans applied for jobless aid last week, but the total number of Americans collecting unemployment remains at a five-decade low. The total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits for the week ending May 28 remained unchanged from the previous week at 1,306,000, the fewest since Jan. 10, 1970. Last week, the government reported that U.S. employers added …

Fewer Americans apply for unemployment benefits last week
2 years, 9 months ago

Fewer Americans apply for unemployment benefits last week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Fewer Americans applied for jobless aid last week with the number of Americans collecting unemployment at historically low levels. The total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits for the week ending May 21 fell from the previous week, to 1,309,000, the fewest since Dec. 27, 1969. Last month, the government reported America’s employers added 428,000 jobs in April, …

Fewer Americans apply for jobless benefits last week
2 years, 9 months ago

Fewer Americans apply for jobless benefits last week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Fewer Americans applied for jobless aid last week with the number of Americans collecting unemployment benefits already near five-decade lows. Applications for unemployment benefits fell by 8,000 to 210,000 for the week ending May 21, the Labor Department reported Thursday. The total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits for the week ending May 14 rose slightly from the …

Slightly more Americans seek jobless aid last week
2 years, 10 months ago

Slightly more Americans seek jobless aid last week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The number of Americans applying for jobless aid ticked up slightly last week but the total number of Americans collecting benefits remained at its lowest level in more than five decades. Last week, the government reported America’s employers added 428,000 jobs in April, leaving the unemployment rate at 3.6%, just above the lowest level in a half-century. Last …

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