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Why is Spain struggling with increasing unemployment?

Spain’s unemployment inched up by 2.2% (60,404 people) in January as the country continues to deal with lower productivity.

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Employment surge as Spain sees 780,000 new jobs created in past year

The latest economic data from Spain's government agency, the Instituto Nacional de Estadística, shows employment in the country has improved.

India

Thousands of Indians apply for jobs in Israel despite war

The week-long recruitment drive began on Tuesday, with an Israeli expecting to fill over 5,000 positions for masons, carpenters and other construction workers in Israel.

Economy

Brexit: Here is how much it cost for the UK economy

London Mayor Sadiq Khan calls on the UK government to "urgently build a closer relationship with the EU" after a new report reveals how much the UK economy is losing after leaving the EU.

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Economy

Ireland sees slight increase in unemployment figures

The rate of unemployment in Ireland varies depending on the demographic.

Economy

Global unemployment expected to grow this year, despite dip in 2023

The International Labour Organization warns that global unemployment may increase in 2024, alongside persisting inflation and economic woes in G20 states.

Economy

Unemployment in the euro area drops to 6.4%

The latest data from Eurostat shows unemployment rates are getting slightly better in the euro area and the wider EU.

Economy

US jobless claims shows resilience for the world's biggest economy

Latest US jobless claims and GDP data shows world's largest economy is still expanding.

Economy

Dutch unemployement rate declined further in November

The latest figures suggest that employment is on the rise in the Netherlands even though the country battles with recession.

Economy

German unemployment at highest rate in more than two years

Europe's biggest economy is losing momentum and it's dragging down the labour market too, latest data shows.

Economy

Netherlands unemployment rises but remains EU’s lowest

The Dutch unemployment rate slightly increased in the third trimester of 2023. Nevertheless, it remains one of the lowest in the European Union.

Economy

What France’s inflation and unemployment rates could mean for Europe

Inflation keeps shrinking in France while unemployment continues to climb - a trend observed since the beginning of the year. Could Europe soon see a similar scenario?

Economy

Eurozone unemployment still at its lowest level in August, at 6.4%

Unemployment rates continue to decrease in countries that use the euro. For the European Union as a whole, the unemployment rate stood at 5.9% in August, the same as in May and June.

Business

Which EU countries have the most job vacancies, and in which roles?

Despite a drop in the job vacancy rate, there are still ongoing concerns about a wider labour shortage.

Economy

Unemployment is on the rise in the UK, but so are wages

Pay excluding bonuses was up 7.8% between May and July 2023 compared to the same time last year. When bonuses are factored in, the figure jumps to 8.5%.

Economy

Eurozone sees sluggish growth in second quarter

The latest figures from Eurostat show that economic activity in the eurozone grew less than initially estimated, by 0.1% over the April-June period compared to the previous three months.

Spain

Why Spain breaks job market records but tops EU's unemployment rate

Is Spain 'doomed' to unemployment? Although its job market has been breaking new records with the number of unemployed at a 15-year low, it still tops EU's unemployment rate.

Business

This country has the worst unemployment benefits in northern Europe

Money given to the unemployed is just 17% of their previous in-work income, but how does your country measure up?

Economy

EU, eurozone unemployment rates remain at historic low in June

The European Union's unemployment rate remained stable at its historic low of 5.9% in June, according to Eurostat.

Business

Eurozone inflation slips to 5.5%, more central bank rate hikes coming

The European Central Bank, along with its peers around the world, has been rapidly raising interest rates to combat inflation