US jobless claims tick up to 200,000 but remain low by historic standards
Summary
U.S. jobless claims rose to 200,000 last week, up from a revised 191,000, and exceeded economists’ forecast of 195,000. Claims remain low by historical standards, while employers have added an average of 86,000 jobs per month so far this year.Key Facts
- The Labor Department reported 200,000 initial unemployment benefit claims for last week.
- Claims the previous week were revised to 191,000.
- The four-week average remained unchanged at 195,250.
- Economists had forecast 195,000 claims for the week.
- Weekly claims have not exceeded 230,000 so far this year and have been at or below 200,000 for nine consecutive weeks.
- Employers added an average of 86,000 jobs per month so far this year, including 165,000 last month.
- Monthly job growth averaged 9,700 in 2025.
- The article says consumer spending remained resilient and increased investment in artificial intelligence supported economic growth.
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