Snapshot of weekly initial and continued claims, labor market stress, and near-term risks.
Period: Aug 22, 2026 · Source: US Department of Labor (DOL) · Frequency: Weekly
Primary trend view for initial and continued jobless claims using 4-week moving averages.
| Driver | Direction (13-wk trend) | Level | WoW | YoY % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insured unemployment rate (SA) | Neutral | 1.2 | +0 | -7.69% |
| Initial jobless claims, 4-week moving average (SA) | Neutral | 205,500 | +1,250 | -9.87% |
| Continued claims, 4-week moving average (SA) | Neutral | 1,788,500 | +0 | -8.02% |
Direction reflects the 13-week trend (with a one-week lag), so it can differ from the latest week-over-week change shown alongside it.
Forward-looking signals from weekly claims consensus and model scorecard.
