US weekly jobless claims fall more than expected amid labor market stability
- Posted on February 19, 2026
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US weekly jobless claims fall more than expected amid labor market stability
US jobless claims dropped unexpectedly, signaling a stabilizing job market. However, concerns linger about potential labor demand decline and sector-specific job growth. While initial claims fell, continuing claims rose, indicating challenges for the laid-off. Recent graduates without work history are also not reflected in these figures.