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QUICK SPARK: US Jobless Claims Reach Lowest Levels Since 1969

Jul 23, 2026 · 11:00 AM ET· updated 2h ago
QUICK SPARK: US Jobless Claims Reach Lowest Levels Since 1969

US jobless claims fell by 22,000 to 187,000 in the week ending July 18, the fewest since September 1969, as layoffs stay historically low.

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Fewer people are losing their jobs right now than at any time in over 50 years. When companies aren't laying people off, it usually means the economy feels strong, which can help or challenge different stocks in different ways.

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