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ContextLong-term unemployment is surging in the U.S. There are hidden costs for workers and the economy
CNBC analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics data finds average monthly long-term unemployment above 1.8 million in 2026, up about 45% from 2019 and 55% from 2023. The article examines financial, emotional and family effects that can continue after people return to work.
Why I recommend it: Long-term unemployment means joblessness lasting at least 27 weeks. The figures are CNBC's analysis of BLS data published June 4, 2026.
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