Continuing Jobless Claims
US Continuing Jobless Claims for 2026-01-17 came in at 1,823K, vs 1,865K previously. Released by BLS, this is one of the macro indicators traders watch most closely.
- Country: US
- Source: BLS
- Market impact: MEDIUM IMPACT
- Reference period: 2026-01-17
Previous
1,865K
Forecast
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Actual
1,823K
Recent history
Last 60 observations from FRED.
About this release
US Continuing Jobless Claims is published by BLS. Use the chart above for medium-term context and the source link below to read the official release in full.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Continuing Jobless Claims?+
Continuing Jobless Claims is an economic indicator published by BLS. It's one of the macro releases traders watch to gauge the underlying state of the economy and adjust positioning ahead of central-bank decisions.
How often is Continuing Jobless Claims released?+
Continuing Jobless Claims follows a regular release calendar — the issuing agency announces every date in advance. Use the calendar to see every upcoming release date.
Why does Continuing Jobless Claims move US markets?+
Surprises versus expectations move FX and rate markets fastest: a hotter print pulls forward central-bank tightening expectations and tends to support the currency, while a cooler print does the opposite. Bond yields and equities react too, often with a delay.
Where can I find the full Continuing Jobless Claims report?+
We link to the official release page in the source button above. The agency's site has the full press release, methodology notes, and downloadable historical data.