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Spain's Unemployment Rate Shows Minimal Change in July, Slight Drop Noted Across Sectors

Spain's unemployment rate saw a minimal monthly decline of 0.06% in July, with a total of 2,404,606 unemployed. Year-on-year, the decrease was more substantial at 5.71%. Agricultur...

US Job Growth Slows in July: Nonfarm Payrolls Rise by Only 73,000, Missing Expectations

The US job market showed signs of slowing in July, with nonfarm payrolls increasing by only 73,000, missing expectations. The unemployment rate rose slightly to 4.2%, while average...

Japan's Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 2.5% in June, Job Market Shows Slight Cooling

Japan's unemployment rate remained steady at 2.5% in June, matching expectations and last month's figure. The job-to-applicant ratio slightly decreased to 1.22, indicating a minor ...

Unexpected Rise in US Jobless Claims: A Closer Look at the Latest Labor Department Report

The US saw a slight increase in initial jobless claims to 218,000 for the week ending July 26, below analysts' expectations. The four-week moving average decreased, suggesting mark...

ECB Survey Reveals Slight Dip in 1-Year Inflation Expectations to 2.6%, Stability in Longer Terms

The ECB's June survey shows a slight decline in 1-year inflation expectations to 2.6%, with stable longer-term forecasts. Economic growth and unemployment outlooks show minor impro...

ECB Survey Reveals Lower Inflation Expectations for 2025 and Beyond, GDP Growth Holds Steady

The European Central Bank's survey indicates a downward revision in inflation expectations for 2025 and 2026, with stable GDP growth and unemployment rates forecasted through 2027.

US Job Market Shows Resilience: Initial Jobless Claims Drop to 217,000, Signaling Economic Strength

The US Department of Labor reports a decrease in initial jobless claims to 217,000, with the 4-week average also dropping, signaling labor market resilience. The insured unemployme...

Unexpected Rise in Australia's Unemployment Rate to 4.3% in June Sparks Economic Concerns

Australia's unemployment rate unexpectedly rose to 4.3% in June, with a mixed performance in job creation. Full-time employment declined, while part-time jobs increased, and the nu...

Unveiling the Top 5 College Majors Facing the Highest Unemployment Rates in the US

Anthropology tops the list of college majors with the highest unemployment rates at 9.4%, followed by physics and computer engineering. Despite high unemployment, tech-related fiel...

US Jobless Claims Hold Steady at 229,000: A Sign of Economic Stability?

The US Department of Labor reports initial jobless claims remained steady at 229,000 for the week ending May 10, with the insured unemployment rate unchanged at 1.2%. The 4-week mo...

Australia's Job Market Holds Steady: Unemployment Rate Stays at 4.1% in April

Australia's unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1% in April, with 89,000 jobs added. Full-time employment rose by 59,500, while part-time employment increased by 29,500. The emp...

South Korea's April Unemployment Rate Hits Record Low, Sparks Economic Optimism

South Korea's unemployment rate unexpectedly dropped to 2.7% in April, with employment numbers rising by 194,000. The employment rate for ages 15-64 also increased, reflecting posi...

Significant Drop in US Initial Jobless Claims: A Glimpse of Economic Recovery?

Initial jobless claims in the US fell by 13,000 to 228,000, indicating potential job market stabilization. The 4-week moving average slightly increased, while the insured unemploym...

Fed Chair Powell Hints at Potential Policy Shifts Amid Rising Unemployment Concerns

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggests that increasing unemployment rates may lead to changes in the Fed's monetary policy, with potential wide-ranging effects on the economy...

Switzerland's Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 2.8% in April Amid Economic Challenges

Switzerland's unemployment rate remained steady at 2.8% in April, with a slight increase in the number of unemployed people compared to March and a significant rise year-over-year....

Spain's Unemployment Rate Drops Significantly: A 2.61% Decrease in April Marks a Turning Point

Spain's unemployment rate decreased by 2.61% in April, with 67,420 fewer people unemployed, marking the lowest decline since May 2022. Significant reductions were observed across a...

Switzerland's Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 2.8% in April, Youth Unemployment Sees Slight Dip

Switzerland's unemployment rate remained steady at 2.8% in April, with a slight increase in the number of unemployed compared to March but a significant rise year-on-year. Youth un...

Switzerland's Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 2.8% in April, Youth Unemployment Sees Slight Decline

In April, Switzerland's unemployment rate remained steady at 2.8%, with a slight decrease in youth unemployment. However, the number of unemployed individuals rose by 1.4% from Mar...

Switzerland's Unemployment Holds Steady at 2.8% in April, Youth Figures Show Slight Improvement

Switzerland's unemployment rate remained at 2.8% in April, unchanged from March. The number of unemployed rose slightly, while youth unemployment saw a minor improvement. Job avail...

Switzerland's Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 2.8% in April Amid Economic Shifts

Switzerland's unemployment rate remained at 2.8% in April, unchanged from March. However, the number of unemployed rose by 1.4% monthly and 21.6% yearly. Youth unemployment slightl...

Eurozone Unemployment Holds Steady: A Closer Look at March 2025's 6.2% Rate

The eurozone's unemployment rate remained steady at 6.2% in March 2025, with Germany at a low of 3.5% and Spain and Greece facing higher rates. Youth unemployment slightly improved...

Eurozone Unemployment Holds Steady at 6.2% in March 2025: A Closer Look

The eurozone's unemployment rate remained steady at 6.2% in March 2025, with Germany at 3.5% and Spain and Greece around 10.9% and 9.0%. Youth unemployment slightly decreased to 14...

Eurozone Unemployment Holds Steady at 6.2% in March 2025: A Closer Look at the Figures

The eurozone's unemployment rate remained steady at 6.2% in March 2025, with the EU rate at 5.8%. Germany's low of 3.5% contrasts with higher rates in Spain and Greece, while youth...

April's Job Boom: US Nonfarm Payrolls Surge by 177,000, Exceeding Expectations

The US nonfarm payrolls added 177,000 jobs in April, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate steady at 4.2%. Health care and transportation sectors led job growth, while...

Eurozone's Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 6.2% in March 2025, Youth Unemployment Shows Slight Improvement

The eurozone's unemployment rate held steady at 6.2% in March 2025, with Germany at a low of 3.5% and Spain and Greece among the highest. Youth unemployment slightly improved to 14...

April Jobs Surge: US Nonfarm Payrolls Exceed Expectations with 177,000 New Positions

In April, the US nonfarm payrolls increased by 177,000 jobs, surpassing expectations, with the unemployment rate steady at 4.2%. Health care and transportation sectors led job grow...

April's Job Market Surges: US Nonfarm Payrolls Exceed Expectations with 177,000 New Jobs

In April, the US nonfarm payrolls increased by 177,000, surpassing expectations. The unemployment rate stayed at 4.2%, with health care and transportation leading job growth. Avera...

Eurozone's Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 6.2% in March 2025, Signaling Economic Stability

The eurozone's unemployment rate remained stable at 6.2% in March 2025, with Germany showing the lowest rate at 3.5% and Spain and Greece among the highest. Youth unemployment slig...

Eurozone Unemployment Holds Steady at 6.2% in March 2025, Youth Rates Show Slight Improvement

The eurozone's unemployment rate remained steady at 6.2% in March 2025, with Germany at a low of 3.5% and Spain and Greece facing higher rates. Youth unemployment slightly decrease...

Eurozone Unemployment Holds Steady at 6.2% in March 2025: A Closer Look at the Numbers

The eurozone's unemployment rate held steady at 6.2% in March 2025, unchanged from February and slightly down from the previous year. Germany reported a low of 3.5%, while Spain an...

Eurozone Unemployment Holds Steady at 6.2% in March 2025, Germany Leads with Lowest Rate

The eurozone's unemployment rate stayed at 6.2% in March 2025, unchanged from February. Germany had the lowest rate at 3.5%, while Spain and Greece were among the highest. Youth un...

Unexpected Rise in US Jobless Claims: A Closer Look at the Latest Labor Department Report

The latest report from the Department of Labor shows an unexpected increase in US initial jobless claims, with figures surpassing analysts' forecasts. The four-week moving average ...