The number of Americans filling for unemployment benefits was unchanged at 884K in the week ending September 5th. It is the first time since March that claims remain below 1 million for two consecutive weeks, although the number still remains higher than ‘normal’. The 4 week moving average also decreased, showing that more Americans are getting back to work.
Inflation rate figures will be released for the US today, ahead of the Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate decision next week.
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