Insights
- United States initial jobless claims fell to 218,000 in the week ending September 20, 2025.
- France's initial jobless claims fell sharply to -11.7 thousand in August 2025 from 52.9 thousand in July 2025, a decrease of 122.1%.
Major Countries Jobless Claims
Data is available for the period 2015 to 2025 across 2 major countries.
| Country | Current Value | Previous Value | Prior Year | Frequency | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 218K | 232K | Weekly | 09/20/2025 | ||
| -11.7K | 52.9K | -4K | Monthly | Aug'25 |
Major Countries Jobless Claims : Definition
Jobless Claims measures the number of people filing for unemployment benefits for the first time, indicating short-term labor market trends.