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Jobless claims fall for first time since April

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The number of Americans lining up for new jobless benefits fell last week for the first time since April, a hint that a slowdown in hiring last month may only be temporary.

 

Unemployment aid applications drop to 9-month low

The number of people applying for unemployment benefits fell last week to the lowest level in nine months, evidence that the job market is improving.

 

Jobless claims dip, consumer spending rises

Jobless claims dip, consumer spending rises

New claims for jobless benefits dipped last week and consumer spending increased in November for a fifth straight month, reinforcing views of a solid economic growth pace in the fourth quarter.

 

Home sales, jobless figures point to recovery

Home sales, jobless figures point to recovery

Home sales rose sharply last month and claims for jobless benefits fell last week. The two reports Thursday sketched a picture of a modestly improving economy.

 

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