US Weekly Jobless Claims Fall Below Estimates at 219,000

US Weekly Jobless Claims Fall Below Estimates at 219,000

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The video discusses the latest jobless claims data, indicating a stable U.S. economy with a low risk of recession. The economic outlook for 2025 suggests potential growth and increased hiring. The labor market is currently balanced between employers and employees, with past trends of high wage increases unlikely to continue. Firms should adjust expectations for wage gains, as they are predicted to stabilize at 3.5% to 4%, rather than returning to pre-pandemic levels.

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What does the speaker expect for the economy as we enter 2025?

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What is the speaker's view on the balance of leverage between employers and employees?

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