A weak third quarter registers an increase in unemployment of 95,900 people

The third quarter of the year shows disappointing employment figures, with an increase of 95,900 unemployed individuals. Job creation stands at 73,600, significantly lower than previous years. The unemployment rate rises to 10.18%, marking the highest increase in six years. Despite the usual seasonal job growth, this quarter's figures are the weakest since 2019. The Ministry of Economy notes a seasonally adjusted employment increase of 70,000, continuing a streak of 25 consecutive quarters of growth.