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US jobless claims rose to 200,000 last week, up from 191,000 the week before, according to the Labor Department. The four-week average remained steady at 195,250. Despite the increase, claims remain at historically low levels, indicating a stable job market with low layoffs and strong job security. This year, employers have added an average of 86,000 jobs per month, a significant improvement from 2025's average of 9,700 jobs per month, influenced by high interest rates and trade policies.
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