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The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell more than anticipated last week, dropping by 12,000 to a seasonally adjusted 215,000 for the week ended June 20. This positive labor market signal is tempered by ongoing caution among companies regarding hiring, suggesting that while layoffs are decreasing, employers are not aggressively expanding their workforce. The data indicates a mixed outlook for the US economy, with improving jobless claims but persistent hiring hesitancy.
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Companies, however, remain cautious about hiring
Published: Thu, Jun 25, 2026 · 10:14 PM
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits fell more than expected last week, though businesses continue to exercise caution in their hiring decisions.
Initial claims for state unemployment benefits dropped by 12,000 to a seasonally adjusted 215,000 for the week ended June 20, according to data released Thursday.
The decline surpassed analysts' expectations, signaling continued resilience in the labor market. However, economists noted that employers remain wary of expanding their workforces amid ongoing economic uncertainty.
Source: The Business Times
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