Jobless Claims Remain Low but Length of Unemployment Creeping Up, Stirring Economic Debate
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Initial jobless claims stay near one-year low, sparking debate in comments on economic health.
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Continuing claims trending up slightly recently, implying unemployed staying jobless longer despite stable new claims.
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Commenters debate impact of current administration policies on economy and job market.
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Specific continuing claims numbers provided week-by-week from July to October 2023.
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Commenters disagree on whether recent small increases in continuing claims are concerning.