US Initial Jobless Claims 221K vs 213K Est.
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US initial jobless claims came in at 221,000, exceeding the estimated 213,000. This indicates a higher than expected number of layoffs.
April 04, 2024 | 12:30 pm
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The higher than expected jobless claims may lead to concerns about economic health, potentially impacting SPY negatively in the short term.
SPY, as a broad market ETF, is sensitive to economic indicators. Higher jobless claims suggest weakening economic conditions, which can lead to decreased investor confidence and potentially lower SPY prices in the short term.
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