NFIB Small Business Availability Loans vs. U.S. Initial Jobless Claims When interest rates are high, weak credit conditions can greatly affect the economy, potentially resulting in increased unemployment. Image: BofA Global Investment Strategy
U.S. Initial Jobless Claims The U.S.’s sustained period of low initial jobless claims indicates a stable labor market. This is a positive development showing resilience in the economy and providing hope for continued growth. Image: The Daily Shot
Recession – U.S. Continuing Jobless Claims U.S. continuing jobless claims can serve as a warning sign of an upcoming recession. Image: Bloomberg
U.S. Initial Jobless Claims U.S. initial unemployment claims are rising in states with tech and banks. Image: BofA Global Investment Strategy
U.S. Continuing Jobless Claims The U.S. labor market is cooling, as continuing claims are up 22.5% YoY. Image: The Daily Shot
U.S. 10Y-2Y Yield Curve and Initial Jobless Claims A steepening yield curve tends to occur when jobless claims surge. Image: BofA Global Investment Strategy
U.S. Labor Market – Challenger U.S. Job Cut Announcements vs. Initial Jobless Claims U.S. job cuts are rising. Does it look like a soft landing at first? Image: BofA Global Investment Strategy
U.S. Labor Market – CEO Confidence Survey vs. Jobless Claims As CEO confidence declines, the fight against inflation could cause job losses. Image: Real Investment Advice
Continuing Jobless Claims and U.S. Recessions A jump in continuing jobless claims will signal an imminent U.S. recession. Image: Deutsche Bank
U.S. Labor Market – Initial Jobless Claims The four-week moving average of jobless claims ticked higher, suggesting that the road to recovery is a long journey. Image: J.P. Morgan Asset Management
U.S. Unemployment Rate – Jobless Claims in the Last Nine Weeks as a Share of Labor Force This chart shows the wave of job losses in the United States. Image: Deutsche Bank Global Research