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Vermont Claims Hit Year Low Amid National Economic Woes

9/20/2025

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Vermont's weekly unemployment claims fell to 217 for the week ending September 13, 2025, close to the year's lowest level.
Total unemployment insurance claims in Vermont reached 2,063, down 89 from the prior week.
The U.S. unemployment rate rose to 4.3% in August, with nonfarm payrolls increasing by only 22,000 jobs.
Kentucky's unemployment rate decreased to 4.7%, primarily due to labor market exits.
National housing starts dropped 8.5% in August, with building permits declining for five consecutive months.
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points due to economic concerns.

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Vermont's weekly unemployment claims fell to 217 for the week ending September 13, 2025, close to the year's lowest level.
Total unemployment insurance claims in Vermont reached 2,063, down 89 from the prior week.
The U.S. unemployment rate rose to 4.3% in August, with nonfarm payrolls increasing by only 22,000 jobs.
Kentucky's unemployment rate decreased to 4.7%, primarily due to labor market exits.
National housing starts dropped 8.5% in August, with building permits declining for five consecutive months.
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points due to economic concerns.