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Unemployment Rate

Japan Unemployment Rate

The percentage of individuals eligible for work and are currently looking for employment but unable to secure a position. Rising unemployment is a negative indicator that foreshadows a probable reduction in consumer spending.

Date Value Previous Change
Mar 2012 4.5 4.5 -- 
Feb 2012 4.5 4.6 -0.10 
Jan 2012 4.6 4.5 +0.10 
Dec 2011 4.5 4.4 +0.10 
Oct 2011 4.4 4.2 +0.20 
Sep 2011 4.2 4.7 -0.50 
Feb 2011 4.7 4.9 -0.20 
Jan 2011 4.9 4.9 -- 
Dec 2010 4.9 5.1 -0.20 
Oct 2010 5.1 5.1 --