In labor news, the number of Americans to have recently lost their jobs has reached its highest level since the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. According to the Department of Labor, jobless claims last week increased by 32,000 to 516,000. It’s only the second time since 1992 that claims have topped 500,000.
Jobless Claims Hit 16-Year High
HeadlineNov 14, 2008