Snapshot of weekly initial and continued claims, labor market stress, and near-term risks.
Period: Mar 28, 2026 · Source: US Department of Labor (DOL) · Frequency: Weekly
Primary trend view for initial and continued jobless claims using 4-week moving averages.
| Driver | Direction | Level | WoW | YoY % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insured unemployment rate (SA) | Neutral | 1.2 | +0 | +0.0% |
| Initial jobless claims, 4-week moving average (SA) | Improving | 207,750 | -3,000 | -6.7% |
| Continued claims, 4-week moving average (SA) | Neutral | 1,838,750 | +0 | -1.5% |
Forward-looking signals from weekly claims consensus and model scorecard.
