Initial Jobless Claims
US Initial Jobless Claims is scheduled for release on December 23, 2027 (UTC) by BLS. Page values will populate live once the actual lands.
- Country: US
- Source: BLS
- Market impact: HIGH IMPACT
- Reference period: 2027-12-18
Previous
197K
Forecast
185K
Actual
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Recent history
Last 60 observations from FRED.
About this release
US Initial 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 Initial Jobless Claims?+
Initial 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 Initial Jobless Claims released?+
Initial 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 Initial 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 Initial 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.