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Job Losses Surge Amid Sluggish Labor Market Recovery

11/19/2025

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Private employers lost an average of 2,500 jobs weekly for four weeks ending November 1, 2025, signaling a sluggish labor market.
Jobless claims for the week ending October 18, 2025 reached 232,000, up from 219,000 in September.
Labor Department's data release was published early due to a technical issue after a 43-day shutdown.
Economists expect housing market recovery by mid-2026, contingent on falling mortgage rates and job-market improvements.

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Story summary

Private employers lost an average of 2,500 jobs weekly for four weeks ending November 1, 2025, signaling a sluggish labor market.
Jobless claims for the week ending October 18, 2025 reached 232,000, up from 219,000 in September.
Labor Department's data release was published early due to a technical issue after a 43-day shutdown.
Economists expect housing market recovery by mid-2026, contingent on falling mortgage rates and job-market improvements.