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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
FranceFrance Jobseekers Total climbed to 3,192.5K in September 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased October 2026
France Jobseekers Total climbed to 3,192.5K in September 2026, released October 2026, up 110.8K from August's 3,081.7K reading. The reading matched the 3,086.7K consensus. Year-over-year, the indicator is up 110.5K. Over the past 3 months, Jobseekers Total averaged 3,112.35K, vs 3,110.8K in the prior 3-month window. Jobseekers Total is now the highest in 18 months.
Latest Release
3192.5
Actual
3086.7
Consensus
3081.7
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±29.53 thousand
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Oct 2026
Predicted: 3,070.5
Actual: 3,192.5
Error: -122
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Co-movement | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.44 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.36 | COMMODITIES | Moves against | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Jobseekers Total (France) was reported at 3,193 thousand in October 2026. This beat the market consensus of 3,087 thousand by 106 thousand. The reading rose from the previous value of 3,082 thousand. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through October 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 3,124 thousand, ranging from 3,082 thousand to 3,193 thousand across 10 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 3,139 thousand, up from the prior three at 3,110 thousand. Volatility over the past year (σ 31 thousand) is lower than the prior year (σ 99 thousand). In October readings over the past 3 years, Jobseekers Total has averaged 3,037 thousand.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with EUR/JPY (Bearish EUR). A secondary relationship exists with XAU/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish XAU). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 30 thousand.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for November 26, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Industrial Production MoM (Nov 5) and Balance of Trade (Nov 6).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update October 2026.
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About Jobseekers Total — France
DEFINITION
Jobseekers Total is a financial indicator that measures the total number of individuals actively seeking employment within a specific time period. This indicator provides valuable insights into the current state of the job market and can be used to assess the overall health of the economy. It is often used by policymakers, businesses, and investors to make informed decisions about hiring, investment, and economic growth. By tracking the number of jobseekers, this indicator helps to gauge the level of competition for available jobs and can serve as a leading indicator of future employment trends.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Sep 2026): actual 3,192.5 K, consensus 3,086.7 K. Prior reading (Aug 2026): 3,081.7 K. Before that (Jul 2026): 3,143 K.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with EUR/JPY (Bearish EUR, r=-0.44) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - FR Events
| Friday, October 30, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:30 | FR | GDP Growth Rate QoQ | -0.1 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.00 | High |
| 06:30 | FR | GDP Growth Rate YoY | -0.1 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.10 | High |
| 06:30 | FR | Household Consumption MoM | -0.5 | -0.5 | 0.1 | -0.20 | Low |
| 06:30 | FR | Consumer Spending MoM | -0.5 | -0.5 | 0.1 | -0.20 | Medium |
| 07:45 | FR | Producer Price Index MoM | 1.7 | 1 | 0.5 | 0.75 | Low |
| 07:45 | FR | Inflation Rate MoM | 0.4 | -0.3 | 0.2 | 0.33 | Medium |
| 07:45 | FR | Harmonised Inflation Rate MoM | 0.4 | -0.3 | 0.3 | 0.40 | Low |
| 07:45 | FR | Harmonised Inflation Rate YoY | 3.8 | 3.4 | 3.6 | 3.73 | Low |
| 07:45 | FR | Producer Price Index YoY | 6.8 | 4.9 | 5.4 | 5.73 | Low |
| 07:45 | FR | Non-Farm Payrolls QoQ | -0.1 | -0.1 | -0.1 | -0.10 | Low |
| 07:45 | FR | Inflation Rate YoY | 3.4 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.33 | High |