# Jobless claims dip in latest week; goods trade deficit widens in July

https://mins.news/en/item/34414

- Reuters, 2026-08-27 13:15 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/jobless-claims-dip-latest-week-goods-trade-deficit-widens-july-2026-08-27/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a9038668f085800017b4812

> The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell last week, suggesting the labor market remains stable despite a surprise drop in employment in July. The goods trade deficit widened in July.

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