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Jobless Claims Rise Amid Economic Uncertainty and Tariff Concerns
5/30/2025
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Story summary
- Jobless aid applications increased by 14,000 to 240,000 for the week ending May 24, reflecting stable employment.
- A federal court's decision to block Trump's tariffs raises concerns about economic policy and inflation.
- The economy contracted at a 0.2% annual rate in Q1 2025, yet employers added 177,000 jobs in April, maintaining a 4.2% unemployment rate.
