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April jobless rates up in 3 states, down in 2; payroll jobs up in 5 states

In April, unemployment rates were higher in 3 states and the District of Columbia, lower in 2 states, and stable in 45 states. Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 5 states and was essentially unchanged in 45 states and the District.

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05/20/2025 Unemployment rate for the foreign born in the United States rises to 4.2% in 2024

05/20/2025 March job openings rates down in 3 states; total separations rates down in 4, up in 3

05/16/2025 U.S. import prices advance 0.1% in April on higher nonfuel prices; export prices up 0.1%

05/15/2025 PPI for final demand decreases 0.5% in April; services decline 0.7%, goods unchanged

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