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29.05.202613:00:00UTC+00Chile’s Unemployment Ticks Up to 9.1% in April, Signaling Softer Labor Market

Chile’s labor market showed signs of renewed strain in April 2026, with the national unemployment rate edging up to 9.1%, from 8.9% in March 2026. The latest data, updated on 29 May 2026, indicate a modest deterioration in hiring conditions after a period of relative stability.

The 0.2 percentage point increase suggests that more Chileans were seeking work without success in April, potentially reflecting softer demand across key sectors of the economy. While the rise is not dramatic, it moves the jobless rate further away from full-employment conditions and may heighten concerns about the resilience of Chile’s post‑pandemic recovery.

Analysts and market participants are likely to watch upcoming labor figures closely to assess whether April’s uptick represents the start of a more persistent upward trend in unemployment or a temporary setback in an otherwise gradual improvement of the employment landscape.

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