US Initial Jobless Claims (Apr/11) 207k vs. Exp. 215k (Prev. 219k, Low. 210k, High. 230k)
The latest initial jobless claims figure came in at 207k, notably below the expected 215k and the previous week's 219k.
US Defence Secretary Hegseth says Iran is still motivated to keep the ceasefire intact; US allies have not done enough; reiterates Iranian Supreme Leader is believed to be wounded and alive
US CENTCOM Admiral Cooper says he met with the Israeli Chief of Defense to ensure they remain closely aligned, and they do
US Initial Jobless Claims (Apr/11) 207k vs. Exp. 215k (Prev. 219k, Low. 210k, High. 230k)
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This lower-than-forecast number suggests labor market strength, which may bolster confidence in economic resilience and implications for future monetary policy tightening. Traders should watch how this might influence the dollar and risk sentiment in the upcoming sessions.
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