Jobless Claims News Updates

Government, Business

Jobless Claims Drop for Seventh Straight Week to 268,000

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell for the seventh straight week to a pandemic low of 268,000.

November 18, 2021
Government, Business

Initial Jobless Claims Edge Up but Hold Near Pandemic Low

Applications for U.S. state unemployment insurance edged up last week, though remained near a pandemic low, as the labor market grinds its way toward a full recovery.

July 8, 2021
Government, Business

State Jobless Claims Post Larger-Than-Expected Decline

Applications for U.S. state unemployment insurance fell last week by more than projected, reaching a fresh pandemic low and suggesting that dismissals are abating as the economy reopens and labor demand rises.

July 1, 2021
Government, Business

US Jobless Claims Tick Down to 411,000 as Economy Heals

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped in the week ended June 19, a sign that layoffs declined and the job market is improving.

June 24, 2021
Government, Business

Jobless Claims Rise for First Time Since April

Applications for U.S. state unemployment insurance rose slightly for the first time since late April, likely a temporary blip for a labor market that’s otherwise improving as the economy reopens.

June 17, 2021
Government, Business

US Initial Jobless Claims Decline for Sixth Consecutive Week

Applications for U.S. state unemployment insurance fell for a sixth straight week, consistent with further improvement in the labor market and robust economic growth.

June 10, 2021
Government, Business

Jobless Claims Dip Below 400,000 for First Time in Pandemic

Applications for U.S. state unemployment insurance dipped below 400,000 for the first time during the pandemic as hiring accelerates and the economy strengthens heading into the summer months.

June 3, 2021
Government, Business

US Jobless Claims Fall Again to New Pandemic Low

Applications for U.S. state unemployment insurance fell for a fourth consecutive week as more Americans get vaccinated and businesses reopen to eager customers.

May 27, 2021
Government, Business

Initial Jobless Claims Decline to New Pandemic Low

Applications for U.S. state unemployment insurance fell last week to a fresh pandemic low, signaling steady improvement in the job market as remaining business restrictions are lifted.

May 20, 2021
Government, Business

US Jobless Claims Fall More Than Forecast in Week Ended May 8

Applications for U.S. state unemployment insurance fell to a fresh pandemic low last week as business confidence strengthens and employers seek to fill more positions left open by restrictions.

May 13, 2021