WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits dropped last week to the lowest level in more than 43 years, another sign that most American workers enjoy job security. Unemployment claims are a proxy for layoffs.
By PAUL WISEMAN, AP Economics Writer, Houston Chronicle: Business
Thu, 01/19/2017 - 9:53am
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits dropped last week to the lowest level in more than 43 years, another sign that most American workers enjoy job security. Unemployment claims are a proxy for layoffs.