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15 Sept 2026 · United Kingdom

UnemploymentLabour Markets

The UK unemployment rate was 4.9% in May to July 2026

The UK unemployment rate was 4.9% in May to July 2026, while the employment rate was 75.1%.

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Employer stands being prepared for a large careers fair

19 Aug 2026 · United States

Monetary PolicyInflationLabour Markets

Fed minutes show a 9–3 vote to hold rates at 3.5%–3.75%

Minutes from the Federal Reserve's 28–29 July 2026 meeting show the FOMC maintained its target interest-rate range at 3.5%–3.75% and approved the statement by a 9–3 vote.

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The Federal Reserve Board's Eccles Building in Washington, D.C.

18 Aug 2026 · United Kingdom

Labour MarketsInflation

UK unemployment was 4.9% in April–June 2026

The UK unemployment rate was 4.9% in April–June 2026, while the employment rate was 75.1% and the economic inactivity rate was 20.9%.

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The entrance to Crown House Jobcentre Plus in Chatham, England

30 Jul 2026 · Eurozone

Labour MarketsInequality

Euro-area unemployment held at 6.3% in June

The jobless rate remained low by historical standards, while youth unemployment continued to show a much tougher labour market for younger workers.

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Young jobseekers speaking to an employer at a careers fair

21 Jul 2026 · United Kingdom

UnemploymentLabour Markets

The UK unemployment rate was 4.9% in March to May 2026

The UK unemployment rate was 4.9% in March to May 2026, while the employment rate was 75.1%.

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Employers and jobseekers at a careers fair