US jobless claims fell sharply to 196,000 as layoffs remain rare and most Americans enjoy job security
US jobless claims fell sharply to 196,000, indicating that layoffs remain rare across the country. Most Americans continue to experience job security as the labor market stays strong.
WASHINGTON (AP) — US jobless claims fell sharply to 196,000 as layoffs remain rare and most Americans enjoy job security.
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