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Jobless claims hit lowest level in months as benefit rolls shrink

Layoffs remain muted across much of the US economy
Jobless claims fell to 196,000 in the week ended Sept. 12, while continuing claims dropped to 1.73 million, pointing to a labor market where layoffs remain subdued. (Getty Images)
Jobless claims fell to 196,000 in the week ended Sept. 12, while continuing claims dropped to 1.73 million, pointing to a labor market where layoffs remain subdued. (Getty Images)
CoStar News
September 17, 2026 | 6:26 P.M.

The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits fell to the lowest level since July and recurring claims sank to a more than two-year low.

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