The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits for the first time rose modestly last week from 215k to 224k - still obviously very low numbers...

Hurricane-related states (Florida and North Carolina) have seen initial claims crash to near record lows

Continuing Claims dropped back below 1.9mm Americans (1.871mm)

Not exactly rate-cutting-type numbers, eh?

Not exactly rate-cutting-type numbers, eh?
{ai:summary}First-time jobless claims in the U.S. increased slightly to 224,000, remaining at low levels. States affected by hurricanes, like Florida and North Carolina, reported near-record low initial claims. Continuing claims fell below 1.9 million, indicating a stable job market.These figures do not suggest a need for interest rate cuts. #economy

Rate-Cuts? Jobless Claims Remain Low As Hurricane Effects Fade

Loading...