cover of episode What do rising unemployment claims mean for the economy?

What do rising unemployment claims mean for the economy?

2024/7/18
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The episode discusses the increase in unemployment claims and its implications for the economy, including the potential for lower interest rates and the impact of elevated interest rates on the labor market.

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The number of people filing for jobless benefits in each of the last two weeks rose. That means it’s taking job seekers longer to find employment. It’s also offers mild support to those who want to see lower interest rates. Also: Who’s spending and who isn’t? And what AI means for authors and publishers.