Unemployment Claims Surge Nationwide: Ohio, North Dakota See Significant Increases

July 8, 2024
Unemployment Claims Surge Nationwide: Ohio, North Dakota See Significant Increases
  • The latest data from the U.S. Department of Labor shows a spike in unemployment claims across several states.

  • Ohio saw initial unemployment filings increase to 5,733 from 5,162 the previous week.

  • Nationally, jobless claims rose to 238,000, a 4,000 increase from the previous week.

  • North Dakota experienced the largest percentage increase in claims.

  • Vermont saw the largest decrease in unemployment claims.

  • The data is part of the U.S. Department of Labor's weekly unemployment insurance claims report.

  • The report highlights ongoing challenges in the job market.

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