Argentina’s unemployment rate edged higher in the second quarter of 2026, rising to 7.9% from 7.8% in the first quarter, according to the latest data updated on 17 September 2026. The marginal increase suggests a slight softening in labor market conditions over the period.
The uptick follows a first-quarter 2026 reading of 7.8%, indicating that job creation has not fully kept pace with labor supply. While the change is modest, it will be closely monitored by investors and policymakers as they assess the resilience of Argentina’s economy and potential pressures on household incomes in the months ahead.
