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Unemployment claims tick up, but layoffs stay near record lows

  • Posted on August 13, 2026
  • By Los Angeles Times
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In brief

Recent labor market data reveals a nuanced employment landscape as jobless claims experienced a modest uptick week-over-week. Despite this increase, the broader trend indicates resilience in the U.S. job market, with employer-initiated separations maintaining historically robust levels. This paradoxical movement suggests workers may be voluntarily seeking new opportunities while companies remain cautious about reducing their workforce. The data reflects ongoing economic uncertainty tempered by persistent employer demand for talent retention.

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Unemployment claims tick up, but layoffs stay near record lows
Unemployment claims tick up, but layoffs stay near record lows

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits rose last week, but layoffs remain at historically healthy levels
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Los Angeles Times

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