US weekly jobless claims fall more than expected
- Posted on May 8, 2025
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US weekly jobless claims fall more than expected

Unemployment claims unexpectedly fell, signaling a resilient labor market despite tariff-related economic uncertainty. Initial claims dropped to 228,000, yet economists worry that tariff impacts will soon affect employment and inflation. The Federal Reserve acknowledges rising risks of unemployment and inflation due to tariffs, with some companies already initiating layoffs.