Unemployment Benefits Reach Highest Level Since 2021

U.S. unemployment benefits recipients increase by 46,000, hitting 1.910 million—the highest since November 2021. Explore the implications for the job market.

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Unemployment Benefits Reach Highest Level Since 2021

The number of people receiving benefits after an initial week of aid rose 46,000 to a seasonally adjusted 1.910 million, the highest since November 2021.

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