U.S. jobless claims fell to 210,000 last week, the lowest level since mid-September, according to the Labor Department. The decline indicates that the labor market remains tight despite higher interest rates and moderating consumer spending growth. Analysts noted that resilient employment supports household income and economic stability, even as borrowing costs rise. The data reinforces expectations of steady, albeit slower, economic activity and signals that employers continue to maintain staffing levels, balancing labor demand with broader macroeconomic challenges and monetary policy pressures.