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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
FranceFrance Jobseekers Total fell to 3,100.1K in April 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased May 2026
France Jobseekers Total fell to 3,100.1K in April 2026, released May 2026, down 9K from March's 3,109.1K reading. The reading matched the 3,132.1K consensus. Year-over-year, the indicator is up 87.1K. Over the past 3 months, Jobseekers Total averaged 3,108.65K, vs 3,112.4K in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 60th percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
3100.1
Actual
3132.1
Consensus
3109.1
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±29.53 thousand
across last 12 releases
Last Call
May 2026
Predicted: 3,133.45
Actual: 3,100.1
Error: +33.35
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FTSE 100 | ▲ Direct | +0.65 | INDEX | Bullish FTSE 100 | → View |
| EUR/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.41 | FOREX | Bearish EUR | → View |
| Euro STOXX 50 | ▲ Direct | +0.38 | INDEX | Bullish Euro STOXX 50 | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.34 | COMMODITIES | Bearish XAU | → View |
| S&P 500 | ▲ Direct | +0.26 | INDEX | Bullish S&P 500 | → 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 3,100 thousand in May 2026. This missed the market consensus of 3,132 thousand by 32 thousand. The reading fell from the previous value of 3,109 thousand. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through May 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 3,074 thousand, ranging from 2,981 thousand to 3,151 thousand across 11 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 3,100 thousand, down from the prior three at 3,133 thousand. Volatility over the past year (σ 53 thousand) is lower than the prior year (σ 158 thousand). In May readings over the past 3 years, Jobseekers Total has averaged 2,963 thousand.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with FTSE 100 (Bullish FTSE 100). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/JPY, negatively correlated (Bearish EUR). 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 June 25, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Business Confidence (Jun 23) and S&P Global Manufacturing PMI (Jun 23).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update May 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 (Apr 2026): actual 3,100.1 K, consensus 3,132.1 K. Prior reading (Mar 2026): 3,109.1 K. Before that (Feb 2026): 3,108.2 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 bearish 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 FTSE 100 (Bullish FTSE 100, r=0.65) — a useful reference for index-focused traders.