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US jobless claims rise to 215,000 but layoffs remain low despite Iran war uncertainty

by The Associated Press May 28, 2026

written by The Associated Press May 28, 2026

By Paul Wiseman WASHINGTON (AP) — More Americans sought unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty caused by the Iran war. The Labor Department reported Thursday that jobless claims were up to 215,000, up from 210,000 the week before. The four-week movi...

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US jobless claims rise to 215,000 but layoffs remain low despite Iran war uncertainty

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