allarjun_fan Posted September 13, 2013 Report Posted September 13, 2013 Jobless claims in the U.S. declined last week to the lowest level since April 2006 as work on computer systems in two states caused those employment agencies to report fewer applications. Enlarge image Jobless Claims Slump as Two U.S. States Upgrade Computer Systems First-time claims for unemployment insurance fell by 31,000 to 292,000 in the week ended Sept. 7, which also included the Labor Day holiday, according to Labor Department data released today in Washington. Initial Jobless Claims Slump as Two U.S. States Underreport Job seekers meet recruiters during an employment fair in New York on Sept. 10, 2013. Fewer dismissals would be a precursor to an increase in hiring once demand strengthens and the effects of federal budget reductions become less pronounced.
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