Subtle Rise in Unemployment Claims Raises Fed Rate Cut Speculation U.S. unemployment claims rose slightly this week, signaling potential early signs of labor market softening, even as overall job conditions remain relatively stable. According to data released Thursday, initial jobless claims increased to 218,000 for the week ending August 2, up by 1,000 from the … Continue reading U.S. Jobless Claims Edge Higher as Labor Market Signals Shift