US Continuing Jobless Claims for the Week Ending September 27: Data Release Draws Market Attention

On September 18, 2025, the US Department of Labor released the continuing jobless claims data for the week ending September 27. The reported figure was 1.76 million; no forecast or prior reference value was provided.This indicator is a key measure of the US domestic labor market, tracking the number of individuals filing for unemployment benefits on a recurring basis. Released weekly, it is closely monitored by financial markets. An increase in continuing claims signals a weakening employment outlook, which may influence the Federal Reserve’s assessment of labor market conditions.The data carries a medium level of market significance (importance level 2) and is compiled based on the number of individuals reapplying for unemployment insurance during the previous week. It is published weekly, with the next release scheduled for October 16, 2025.

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