US unemployment claims dip to 197,000, lowest since mid-July

U.S. unemployment benefit applications fell to 197,000 last week, marking the lowest level since mid-July as layoffs remain low.
The number of people applying for U.S. unemployment benefits dipped last week to the lowest level since mid-July as layoffs remain low and and most American workers enjoy job security
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