Initial claims have been driven higher in the past several months by a slowing economy hit by the financial crisis, and cutbacks in consumer and business spending. Economists consider jobless claims a timely indication of how rapidly companies are laying off workers. Employees who quit or are fired for cause are not eligible for benefits.
In another economic report, a private research group says the economy’s health declined further in October as stocks, building permits and consumer expectations all fell.
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