pbs.org/newshour/economy/claims-for-unemployment-benefits-drop-to-197000-the-lowest-since-mid-july-as-layoffs-remain-rare Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197,000, the lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare
Just 197,000 people filed for jobless benefits last week, the lowest since mid-July, even as elevated energy costs from the Iran conflict squeeze businesses. Employers are still hiring, but at a fraction of the pace seen in 2021-2022.
— via PBS NewsHour, Paul Wiseman, Associated Press
