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How Falling Unemployment Claims Affect the US Economy

How Falling Unemployment Claims Affect the US Economy

What Do these 10 Economic Indicators Signal for the US Economy? The Conference Board uses the average weekly unemployment claims as a constituent of its Leading Economic Index (or LEI). The level of employment in the economy is one key macroeconomic factor that influences monetary policy actions. An optimal level of employment is desirable for continued growth in the economy.