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In the 2nd quarter 2026, the employed population grew by 0.8% and ILO unemployment stood at 4.9%

In the 2nd quarter of 2026, the number of employed persons in Switzerland increased by 0.8% year‑on‑year. The ILO‑defined unemployment rate rose from 4.6% to 4.9%, while the EU rate remained at 5.9%. These results come from the Swiss Labour Force Survey conducted by the Federal Statistical Office.

Published
18 Aug 2026
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Neuchâtel, Switzerland / Business
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In the 2nd quarter of 2026, the number of employed persons in Switzerland increased by 0.8% year‑on‑year. The ILO‑defined unemployment rate rose from 4.6% to 4.9%, while the EU rate remained at 5.9%. These results come from the Swiss Labour Force Survey conducted by the Federal Statistical Office.

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The labour market data informs AI‑driven workforce analytics and planning in Switzerland.

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