Filipino Jobless Rise to 2.5 Million in May, Unemployment Rate Hits 4.8%
The number of unemployed Filipinos increased to 2.50 million in May 2026, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.8%, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority's (PSA) latest Labor Force Survey. This rise is attributed to an increase in individuals seeking job opportunities.
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