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The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell by 4,000 to a seasonally adjusted 226,000 for the week ended June 13, indicating continued low layoffs in the US labor market. The data, reported by The Business Times on June 18, 2026, reflects a resilient job market. However, the median duration of unemployment rose to 11.6 weeks in May, the longest stretch since November 2021, up from 11.0 weeks in April, suggesting that while new layoffs are low, some unemployed workers are facing longer periods without work. The report highlights a mixed picture of a strong labor market with persistent challenges for certain job seekers.
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Publication Date: 2026-06-18 13:07:13
US Weekly Jobless Claims Fall Amid Low Layoffs
Claims dropped 4,000 to a seasonally adjusted 226,000 for the week ended June 13.
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Published: Thu, Jun 18, 2026 · 09:07 PM
[WASHINGTON] The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits fell last week, reflecting sustained low levels of layoffs across the economy.
- Initial jobless claims decreased by 4,000 to a seasonally adjusted 226,000 for the week ended June 13.
- The median duration of unemployment rose to 11.6 weeks in May, the longest stretch since November 2021, up from 11.0 weeks in April.
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