Initial claims for unemployment benefits climbed 13,000 last week — the second increase in three weeks. Greater layoffs by construction firms and schools contributed to the increase. The number of people continuing to claim benefits rose by 43,000.
Initial claims for unemployment benefits climbed 13,000 last week — the second increase in three weeks. Greater layoffs by construction firms and schools contributed to the increase. The number of people continuing to claim benefits rose by 43,000.