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Switzerland’s Unemployment Rate Remained Stable at 2.2% in December 2025.

Switzerland’s unemployment rate held steady at 2.2% in December 2025, ⁢according to the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO). This figure represents⁣ a continuation of the low unemployment levels experienced ⁣throughout the ⁣latter half of 2025, indicating a robust‍ labor market.

Context and Background

Switzerland consistently maintains one of the⁣ lowest unemployment rates in Europe. Several⁤ factors ⁤contribute⁣ to this, including a highly skilled workforce, a strong emphasis⁢ on‍ vocational⁤ training, and a relatively stable economy. SECO measures unemployment based on registered unemployed individuals at Regional Employment Centers (RECs).

December 2025 Data

In December 2025, the number of registered unemployed individuals increased by 1,478 ⁤to 106,849 compared ‍to November 2025. ⁢However,SECO notes that this seasonal increase is typical for December due to the end of temporary contracts ⁣and seasonal work.The unemployment rate ⁢for young people ⁢(15-24 years) was 3.1% in december, while⁣ the rate for ‍those aged‍ 50 and over was 1.8%.

according to SECO, the⁤ number of job vacancies⁣ remained high in December 2025, ⁢indicating continued ‍demand ⁢for labor across various sectors. ⁢ Specifically, the healthcare, IT, and engineering sectors reported the⁤ highest number of open positions.

Official Statement: “The Swiss labor market remains resilient ⁢despite ⁤global economic uncertainties,” stated ⁣a spokesperson for SECO on January 31, 2026. “The stable unemployment rate and high number of job vacancies suggest ⁤continued economic activity.”

Data source: State Secretariat for ⁣Economic Affairs (SECO)