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Unemployment Claims Rise Amid Tariff Uncertainty, Mortgage Rates Drop

8/8/2025

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U.S. unemployment claims climbed to 226,000, signaling a troubling labor market as President Trump's tariffs cast a shadow of uncertainty. On a brighter note, mortgage rates dipped to 6.63%, providing a glimmer of hope for homebuyers. However, sluggish home sales persist, burdened by high borrowing costs and ongoing economic worries.

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Story summary

U.S. unemployment claims climbed to 226,000, signaling a troubling labor market as President Trump's tariffs cast a shadow of uncertainty. On a brighter note, mortgage rates dipped to 6.63%, providing a glimmer of hope for homebuyers. However, sluggish home sales persist, burdened by high borrowing costs and ongoing economic worries.