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12.01.202600:30:00UTC+00Australian Job Market Shows Signs of Stability as Decline Slows in December ANZ Job Ads

The Australian job market is experiencing a slight shift towards stabilization as the ANZ Job Advertisements indicator showed a reduced decline in December 2025. According to the latest data update on 12 January 2026, the index recorded a decrease of just -0.5% month-over-month, a significant improvement from the previous month's -1.5%.

This slowdown in the rate of decline suggests a potential easing in the job market's struggles, as November 2025 had reflected a harsher drop, posing concerns about sustained employment opportunities. The gradual recovery could be indicative of underlying strengths in the Australian economy, potentially driven by sectoral demand or policy implementations cushioning employment.

Economists are cautiously optimistic that this easing may forecast more stable conditions heading into 2026, though they are quick to advise that further data is needed to confirm a consistent trend of improvement within the job market. The ANZ Job Advertisements index will continue to be closely monitored in the coming months to determine if Australian employment can maintain this encouraging trajectory.

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