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US weekly jobless claims fall; continuing claims hit highest level in three years

New applications for U.S. unemployment aid unexpectedly fell last week, but the number of people collecting benefits in mid-October was the highest in nearly three years.

By admin, 4 weeks ago

big-ticket items

US consumer confidence retreats slightly; house prices remain elevated

The mixed survey also showed consumers’ perceived likelihood of a recession over the next 12 months retreated this month.

By admin, 5 months ago

Americans

US weekly jobless claims unexpectedly fall; labor market gradually cooling

The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits unexpectedly fell last week.

By admin, 8 months ago

Bill Adams

US job openings hit more than 2-1/2-year low as labor market cools

U.S. job openings fell to more than a 2-1/2-year low in October, the strongest sign yet that higher interest rates were dampening demand for workers.

By admin, 12 months ago