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ChileChile Unemployment (% of Labor Force) climbed to 8.97 Percent in December 2025
World BankYearlyReleased December 2025
Chile Unemployment (% of Labor Force) climbed to 8.97 Percent in December 2025, up 0.26 Percent from November's 8.72 Percent reading.
Latest Release
8.974000
Actual
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Consensus
8.718000
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THE RELEASE
Unemployment (% of Labor Force) (Chile) was reported at 8.97 Percent in December 2025. The reading rose from the previous value of 8.72 Percent. This is classified as a high-impact indicator released on a yearly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
In December readings over the past 3 years, Unemployment (% of Labor Force) has averaged 8.90 Percent.
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update December 2025.
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Unemployment (% of Labor Force) - CL
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About Unemployment (% of Labor Force) — Chile
DEFINITION
Chile's Unemployment (% of Labor Force) rose to 8.974% in December 2025, up from 8.718% in December 2024, indicating a worsening labor market. The increase from last year's level signals a notable rise in joblessness over the year. Market participants will watch upcoming economic data closely amid this labor market deterioration. Updated 5/1/26
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. Surprises against consensus typically move rates and currencies on release. Released annually.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print. Current dynamics are the primary headwind in the projection.
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