Jobless Claims Surge to Highest Level Since 2021

Continuing jobless claims in the U.S. rise by 46,000, reaching 1.91 million—the highest since November 2021. Discover what this means for the economic health and labor market.

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Jobless Claims Surge to Highest Level Since 2021

Continuing claims, the total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits, increased by 46,000 to 1.91 million, the highest level since November 2021.

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