Payroll December 16, 2025
U.S. Unemployment Claims Jump by Most Since 2020
Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits rose last week by the most since the onset of the pandemic, underscoring the volatile nature of claims at this time of year.
Payroll October 10, 2025
U.S. Initial Jobless Claims Increase to 235,000, According to Goldman Sachs Analysis
Initial claims rose to about 235,000 in the week ended Oct. 4 from the bank's estimate of roughly 224,000 the prior week, Goldman Sachs economists said in a note to clients.
Payroll September 11, 2025
U.S. Initial Jobless Claims Jump to Highest in Nearly Four Years
Initial claims rose by 27,000 to 263,000 in the week ended Sept. 6, the highest since October 2021, according to Labor Department data released on Sept. 11.
Payroll August 15, 2025
U.S. Jobless Claims Edge Lower, While Continuing Claims Remain Elevated
Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits edged lower last week, suggesting employers remain reluctant to lay off workers.
Payroll July 24, 2025
Jobless Claims Fall for a Sixth Straight Week
Initial claims decreased by 4,000 to 217,000 in the week ended July 19, still the lowest since mid-April.
Payroll July 17, 2025
Initial Jobless Claims Shrink for Fifth Straight Week
Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits declined for a fifth week in a row to the lowest level since mid-April, showing a resilient job market.
Payroll June 27, 2025
Recurring Jobless Claims Jump to Highest Level Since November 2021
Recurring applications for U.S. unemployment benefits rose to the highest since November 2021, extending a sharp increase over the past 1 1/2 months and signaling more people are staying out of work for longer.
Payroll June 9, 2025
20 States Where Unemployment Claims Are Increasing the Most
The U.S. unemployment rate has remained steady through May, but some states have seen higher adjustments in weekly claims, according to a new WalletHub report.
Payroll June 6, 2025
Initial Jobless Claims Last Week Rise to Highest Level Since October
Initial claims increased by 8,000 to 247,000 in the week ended May 31, a period that included Memorial Day, according to Labor Department data released on June 5.
Payroll May 8, 2025
Louisiana Unemployment Benefits Could Have Stricter Rules
Louisiana could require residents who get unemployment insurance to do more to find new jobs if a bill advancing in the legislature becomes law.
Payroll April 24, 2025
U.S. Initial Jobless Claims Tick Up, DOL Data Shows
Initial claims for benefits increased by 6,000 to 222,000 in the week ended April 19, according to Labor Department data released on Thursday.
Payroll April 3, 2025
Continuing Jobless Claims in the U.S. Rise to Highest Level Since November 2021
Continuing claims, a proxy for the number of people receiving unemployment benefits, increased to 1.9 million in the week ended March 22, slightly higher than economists expected.