The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits rose moderately last week amid a relatively low number of layoffs, though demand for labor remained sluggish, with businesses squeezing more output from their existing workforce.

Applications for US unemployment benefits rose last week by the most since the onset of the pandemic, underscoring the volatile nature of claims at this time of year. Initial claims increased by 44,000 to 236,000 in the week ended Dec. 6, according to ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell to their lowest level in more than three years during Thanksgiving week, potentially complicating the Federal Reserve’s upcoming decision on interest rates. The number of Americans ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week and remain at historically healthy levels despite some signs that the labor market is weakening.

The IRS generally treats unemployment compensation as taxable income. If you don't plan for this, or don’t withhold money from your weekly payments, you may owe money when you file your tax return. State tax rules vary,