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US Initial Jobless Claims May 16 2026

200000 US Initial Jobless Claims86¢
210000 US Initial Jobless Claims63¢
220000 US Initial Jobless Claims27¢
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Trading hours
24 hours a day, except Wednesday 3—3:15 AM ET
Event Day
May 16, 2026
Contract Resolves
Determines the outcome of the contract
Payout
Usually within 1 hour of event resolution

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What will US initial jobless claims be in the week ending May 16, 2026? An initial claim is a claim filed by an unemployed individual after a separation from an employer. The claim requests a determination of basic eligibility for the Unemployment Insurance program. Get $1 for every contract you own if your prediction is correct. Or close your position before the event resolves. Additional fees apply. Read the full contract terms and conditions

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