Weekly Jobless Claims Post Unexpected Decline Into Year-End, US Data Shows

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2025.12.31 15:26
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Weekly jobless claims in the US unexpectedly declined, with initial claims falling by 16,000 to 199,000 for the week ending December 27, 2025. Continuing claims also decreased to 1.87 million, below Wall Street expectations. The Federal Reserve's recent meeting minutes revealed divisions among officials regarding future monetary policy, with concerns about inflation and labor market conditions influencing decisions. The Fed implemented a third consecutive 25-basis-point interest rate cut amid these ongoing issues.