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Stocks2 MIN READOct 8, 2026

US initial jobless claims for the week is modestly stronger at 197K vs 200K est.

Prior week 197K Initial claims: 197,000 vs 200,000 expected. Prior revised to 199,000 from 197,000. Initial claims four-week average: 198,000, down 2,500. Prior revised to 200,500 from 200,000. Continuing claims: 1.716 million vs 1.708 mill...

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Prior week 197K Initial claims: 197,000 vs 200,000 expected. Prior revised to 199,000 from 197,000. Initial claims four-week average: 198,000, down 2,500. Prior revised to 200,500 from 200,000. Continuing claims: 1.716 million vs 1.708 mill...

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