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Data from World Bank. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
MexicoMexico Unemployment (% of Labor Force) fell to 2.67 Percent in December 2025
World BankYearlyReleased December 2025
Mexico Unemployment (% of Labor Force) fell to 2.67 Percent in December 2025, down 0.0 Percent from November's 2.68 Percent reading.
Latest Release
2.673000
Actual
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Consensus
2.678000
Previous
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THE RELEASE
Unemployment (% of Labor Force) (Mexico) was reported at 2.67 Percent in December 2025. The reading fell from the previous value of 2.68 Percent. This is classified as a high-impact indicator released on a yearly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending downward over the last three releases. In December readings over the past 3 years, Unemployment (% of Labor Force) has averaged 2.71 Percent.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include GDP Growth Rate QoQ (Jul 30) and Gross Domestic Product QoQ (Jul 30).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update December 2025.
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Unemployment (% of Labor Force) - MX
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About Unemployment (% of Labor Force) — Mexico
DEFINITION
Mexico's Unemployment (% of Labor Force) for December 2025 registered at 2.673%, slightly below November 2024's 2.678%, indicating a marginal improvement in labor market conditions. The rate remains low, reflecting continued labor market stability. Market focus will shift to upcoming employment data and central bank commentary for further insight. 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 tailwind in the projection.
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Economic Calendar - MX Events
| Monday, July 27, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | MX | Balance of Trade | 4.09 | 2.259 | 2.28 | 4.04 | Medium |
| Thursday, July 30, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
| 12:00 | MX | GDP Growth Rate QoQ | -0.6 | 1.3 | 1.30 | Medium | |