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U.S. filings for unemployment benefits rose last week from the lowest level since 1973, consistent with a steady job market, Labor Department figures showed Thursday.

Jobless claims decreased by 22,000 to 222,000 for the week ending October 14, Labor Department figures showed Thursday.

As assistant secretary of labor at the Employee Benefits Security Administration, he will oversee private retirement plans.

U.S. filings for unemployment benefits fell last week as the impact of Harvey and Irma faded in several states, Labor Department figures showed Thursday.

Following a successful pilot program, employers can expect to see an uptick in Department of Labor audits to ensure they are paying out benefits to fully vested participants.

Following a successful pilot program, employers can expect to see an uptick in Department of Labor audits to ensure they are paying out benefits to fully vested participants.

Initial claims for the week ending Sept. 23 rose 12,000 to 272,000, according to Labor Department data released Thursday.

Moves by Nevada and others threaten to create compliance confusion.

Filings for jobless benefits in the U.S. unexpectedly settled back last week, underscoring a resilient labor market even as the Atlantic hurricane season introduces added volatility to the figures, Labor Department data showed Thursday.

A rising trend in available positions highlights robust labor conditions as steady sales and economic growth keep companies on the hunt, DOL figures show.