US Unemployment Claims Fall to 206,000 Amid Rare Layoffs
Unemployment claims in the US dipped to 206,000 last week, indicating a stable job market despite rising gasoline prices. Layoffs remain low as businesses are cautious about staffing after previous labor shortages.
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