【环球财经】美国初请失业金人数升至八个月新高

Group 1 - The number of initial jobless claims in the U.S. unexpectedly increased to 247,000, exceeding market expectations of 235,000, marking the highest level since October 2024 [1] - The four-week average of initial jobless claims rose to 235,000, indicating a prolonged reemployment period for unemployed individuals [1] - Employers announced 93,816 layoffs in May, a 12% decrease from April but a 47% increase compared to the same month last year, reflecting economic pressures on companies [1] Group 2 - The U.S. non-farm labor productivity in Q1 decreased by 1.5% year-on-year, a larger decline than the previously reported 0.8%, marking the first decline since Q2 2022 [2] - Unit labor costs rose by 6.6% year-on-year in Q1, higher than the previously reported 5.7%, indicating increased labor costs for businesses [2] - Economic uncertainty due to tariffs is causing companies in sectors like airlines, retail, and automotive to withdraw or not issue financial guidance for 2025 [2]