Job market stays strong despite surge in jobless claims

Applications for unemployment benefits fell to 239,000 last week despite an increase over the past three weeks.
The economy grew at an annual rate of 2% in the first quarter, higher than previously estimated.
Employers added 339,000 jobs last month, surpassing expectations.
The economy remains strong despite interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve.
Some sectors like tech, manufacturing and real estate have seen major layoffs recently.