The Latest Breaking News from Unemployment

Innovation Accounts should do for the potential AI job wipeout what Trump Accounts did for children

“Innovation Accounts” would give adults a stake in technology stocks—and a chance to share in AI-driven wealth.

Fortune · Oct 18

Eyes on RBA for rate call hints as jobless numbers rise

Higher-than-expected unemployment numbers have raised hopes the central bank will keep interest rates on hold when it next meets.

AAP · Oct 18

China's luxury demand recovery may remain elusive, forcing global brands to rethink growth: Bernstein report

A report by Bernstein indicates that the luxury goods industry faces challenges due to reduced Chinese consumer demand. Economic factors such as falling property prices and youth unemployment are contributing to a weakened market. Companies may need to adjust their pricing strategies to meet consumer expectations for affordability and value.

The Economic Times · Oct 17

The number of Americans filing for jobless aid remain at historically low levels below 200,000

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits inched up last week as layoffs remain historically low and most American workers enjoy job security

The Independent UK · Oct 15

India's unemployment rate stays steady at 5% in September

India's overall unemployment rate held steady at 5.0% in September 2026, compared to the previous month. The rural unemployment rate improved to 4.2%, while urban unemployment increased slightly to 6.9%. The gender-specific unemployment rates showed stability, although urban female unemployment rose to 9.2%. The Labour Force Participation Rate for September…

The Economic Times · Oct 15

Key economic data in the countdown to the Budget

Fresh estimates of inflation, unemployment and borrowing will be announced in coming days.

Evening Standard · Oct 15

Suddenly, Wall Street is worried that the U.S. economy is more ‘vulnerable’ than it looks

The stock market is up 13% this year, unemployment is low, and U.S. GDP is growing, but suddenly it seems like Wall Street thinks this glass is half-empty rather than half-full.

Fortune · Oct 15

J&K deputy chief minister Surinder Choudhary says chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar should resign

Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He accused the government of meeting protestors with brute force and pointed to the Constitutional rights to freedom of speech and protest. Choudhary also raised concerns on youth unemployment and opposed the Waqf…

The Economic Times · Oct 15

Unemployment in Australia hits a five-year high of 4.7%, making a rates hike less likely

Australia’s unemployment rate has hit a five-year high of 4.7% in September, official figures show. The last time it was higher was at the end of the COVID lockdowns in October 2021.

The Conversation · Oct 15

Unemployment in Australia reaches 4.7%, its highest in nearly five years

Financial markets trimmed the probability of an RBA interest rate rise on 3 November to below 20% following the latest figures

The Guardian - AU · Oct 15