Analysis: The number of initial unemployment claims in the United States shows little change, and the scale of layoffs may be limited.

PANews January 22 News, according to Jintiao reports, last week the number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits changed little, maintaining a low level compared to the previous fluctuating holiday season. According to data released by the U.S. Department of Labor on Thursday, for the week ending January 17, initial unemployment claims increased by 1,000 to reach 200,000. The number of continued unemployment claims fell to 1.85 million last week, the lowest level since November. Typically, in the final weeks of the year, initial unemployment claims fluctuate, which is normal during the holiday season. However, the latest weekly data indicates that the current labor market still features limited layoffs.