FX.co ★ Switzerland Jobless Rate Ticks Down to 2.8%

In April 2025, Switzerland's unemployment rate slightly decreased to a non-seasonally adjusted 2.8%, marking the lowest level in four months, compared to 2.9% in the prior two months. The total number of individuals without employment fell by 2,500, bringing the figure to 130,100. Simultaneously, the unemployment rate among youth, encompassing job-seekers aged 15 to 24, slightly declined to 2.5% from 2.6% in March, with the count of unemployed youths dropping by 600 to 11,100. Additionally, the tally of reported job vacancies decreased by 1,600, resulting in 40,900 available positions during this timeframe. When adjusted for seasonal variations, the unemployment rate remained steady at 2.8%, consistent with the prior month.