Greece's unemployment rate declined to 8.1% in May 2026, marking the lowest level in recent months, according to the latest Labour Force Survey released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT). This rate reflects a decrease from a revised figure of 9.1% in April 2025 and from 10.1% in March 2026. The total number of unemployed individuals in the country is reported to be approximately 383,740, representing a 7.2% reduction compared to the previous year.
The data indicates a notable disparity in unemployment rates based on gender, with women experiencing an unemployment rate of 11.7% while men reported a significantly lower rate of 5%. The reduction in unemployment is seen as a positive trend amid various economic challenges facing the country, and ongoing improvements in the job market have been highlighted in the labor statistics.
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