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Jobless Aid Filings Reach Four-Month High Amid Iran War Uncertainty
The number of Americans filing for jobless aid rose to 225,000, the highest in four months, as the Iran war creates economic uncertainty. Despite low layoffs, the labor market is experiencing a 'low-hire, low-fire' state, keeping the unemployment rate at 4.3%.
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Jobless Aid Filings Reach Four-Month High Amid Iran War Uncertainty
Jobless Aid Filings Rise Amid Economic Uncertainty from Iran War
US jobless aid filings, a proxy for layoffs, hit highest level since Iran war began in February
US jobless aid filings, a proxy for layoffs, hit highest level since Iran war began in February
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