US Initial Jobless Claims Fall to 187,000, Below Expectations, Showing Strong Labor Market

Published: Jul 24, 2026 09:41

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[SMM Precious Metal Express] US initial jobless claims for the week ending July 18 came in at 187,000, well below the expected 212,000, indicating continued strength in the labor market.

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