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U.S. jobless claims dipped to 226,000 last week, edging above forecasts
U.S. jobless claims decreased to 226,000 last week but remained above forecasts. The four-week moving average increased to 223,250, and continuing claims rose to 1.81 million for the week ended June 6.
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- U.S. weekly jobless claims edged up to 229,000, highest since February
- US jobless claims fall as lay-offs remain low despite economic uncertainty
- U.S. filings for unemployment benefits fall to 226,000 last week as layoffs remain historically low
- US jobless claim filings rise modestly to 214,000 last week, remain at healthy levels