The number of initial jobless claims in the United States for the week ending April 26th was 241000, higher than expected

According to BlockBeats, from May 1st to the week of April 26th, the number of initial jobless claims in the United States reached 241000, a new high since the week of February 22, 2025, with an expected 224000. The previous value was revised from 222000 to 223000. (Golden Ten)