Here come initial jobless claims...

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Initial jobless claims will be out at 8:30 a.m. ET on Thursday.

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Economists are expecting claims to rise slightly to 268,000, according to Bloomberg.

Last week, claims fell by more than expected to 259,000 - the lowest level since October 16.

Moreover, the four-week moving average, which accounts for volatility, fell by 2,500 to 267,500. That number declined for the fourth straight week.

Claims have now run under 300,000 for a full year, as the labor market continues to accelerate towards full employment.

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