More people sought unemployment benefits last week, though the increase comes one week after applications fell to their lowest level in four years. Layoffs have fallen in recent months and fewer people are seeking benefits, signs of a healthier job market.
States with the biggest decreases:
New York: Down 27,713, due to fewer layoffs in the transportation, education and construction industries
Pennsylvania: Down 11,687, no reason given
North Carolina: Down 9,516 due to fewer layoffs in the textile, furniture and fixtures, services, construction and manufacturing industries
Georgia: Down 9,496, due to fewer layoffs in the service, construction, trade and manufacturing industries
Alabama: Down 7,639, due to fewer layoffs in the transportation, construction and apparel industries
Texas: Down 6,880, no reason given
States with the largest increases:
Florida: Up 2,711, due to layoffs in services, agriculture, construction and retail
California: Up 1,682, due to layoffs in services
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