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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
FranceFrance Jobseekers Total climbed to 3,121.5K in June 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased July 2026
France Jobseekers Total climbed to 3,121.5K in June 2026, released July 2026, up 5.9K from May's 3,115.6K reading. The reading matched the 3,120K consensus. Year-over-year, the indicator is up 140.9K. The reading is in the 72nd percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
3121.5
Actual
3120
Consensus
3115.6
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±25.23 thousand
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jul 2026
Predicted: 3,104
Actual: 3,121.5
Error: -17.5
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 | −0.67 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| FTSE 100 | ▲ Direct | +0.65 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.56 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| Euro STOXX 50 | ▲ Direct | +0.38 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.37 | 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 3,122 thousand in July 2026. This beat the market consensus of 3,120 thousand by 2 thousand. The reading rose from the previous value of 3,116 thousand. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through July 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 3,096 thousand, ranging from 3,022 thousand to 3,151 thousand across 10 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 3,110 thousand, down from the prior three at 3,112 thousand. Volatility over the past year (σ 39 thousand) is lower than the prior year (σ 145 thousand). In July readings over the past 3 years, Jobseekers Total has averaged 2,979 thousand.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with EUR/JPY (Bearish EUR). A secondary relationship exists with FTSE 100, positively correlated (Bullish FTSE 100). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 25 thousand.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for August 27, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Industrial Production MoM (Aug 5) and Unemployment Rate (Aug 7).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update July 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 (Jun 2026): actual 3,121.5 K, consensus 3,120 K. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 3,100.1 K. Before that (Mar 2026): 3,109.1 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=-0.67) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - FR Events
| Thursday, July 30, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:30 | FR | Gross Domestic Product QoQ | 0.2 | -0.1 | 0.2 | 0.20 | Medium |
| 05:30 | FR | Consumer Spending MoM | 0.4 | 0.3 | -0.1 | 0.15 | Medium |
| 05:30 | FR | GDP Growth Rate YoY | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.75 | High |
| 05:30 | FR | GDP Growth Rate QoQ | 0.2 | -0.1 | 0.2 | 0.20 | High |
| 05:30 | FR | Gross Domestic Product YoY | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.75 | Medium |
| 05:30 | FR | Household Consumption MoM | 0.4 | 0.3 | -0.1 | 0.15 | Low |
| Friday, July 31, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
| 06:45 | FR | Harmonised Inflation Rate MoM | 0.6 | -0.3 | 0.3 | 0.45 | Low |
| 06:45 | FR | Producer Price Index YoY | 2.6 | 3.1 | 2.7 | 2.65 | Low |
| 06:45 | FR | Inflation Rate YoY | 2.1 | 1.8 | 1.8 | 1.95 | High |
| 06:45 | FR | Harmonised Inflation Rate YoY | 2.4 | 2 | 2.1 | 2.25 | Low |
| 06:45 | FR | Producer Price Index MoM | -0.6 | -0.2 | -0.4 | -0.50 | Low |
| 06:45 | FR | CPI MoM | 0.6 | -0.3 | 0.3 | 0.45 | Medium |
| 06:45 | FR | Inflation Rate MoM | 0.6 | -0.3 | 0.3 | 0.45 | Medium |
| 06:45 | FR | HICP YoY | 2.4 | 2 | 2.1 | 2.25 | Low |
| 06:45 | FR | HICP MoM | 0.6 | -0.3 | 0.3 | 0.45 | Medium |