UK Unemployment Rate
The 'Unemployment Rate' in the UK measures the percentage of the labor force that is jobless and actively seeking employment. It is a crucial indicator of economic health, influencing monetary policy and consumer confidence. A rising unemployment rate can signal economic distress, potentially leading to lower consumer spending and investment, while a declining rate may indicate economic growth. Financial markets closely watch this metric, as it can affect interest rates, currency value, and stock market performance.Next Event
Apr 21, 2026
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5.2%
5.2%
Historical Data
Jan 20, 2026
5.1%
5.1%
Dec 16, 2025
5.1%
5.1%
Nov 11, 2025
5%
4.9%
Oct 14, 2025
4.8%
4.7%
Sep 16, 2025
4.7%
4.7%
Aug 12, 2025
4.7%
4.7%
Jul 17, 2025
4.7%
4.6%
Jun 10, 2025
4.6%
4.6%
May 13, 2025
4.5%
4.5%
Apr 15, 2025
4.4%
4.4%
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+3.75%
+6.75%
+4.32%
+4.30%
+0.63%