The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week, but layoffs remain historically low and the job market broadly healthy


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Originally Published: <time datetime="2025-01-16 08:51:43">January 16, 2025 at 8:51 AM EST</time>

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week, but layoffs remain historically low and the job market broadly healthy{ai:summary}<p>Unemployment benefit applications increased last week, indicating a slight uptick in joblessness. However, layoffs are still at historically low levels, suggesting the overall job market remains strong and healthy. </p><p>#economy</p>

More Americans file for unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain historically low

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