Netherlands' jobless rate steady at 3.8% in February
The Netherlands' unemployment rate remained at 3.8 per cent in February 2025, unchanged from January, after five months of decline. The number of unemployed rose by 7,000 monthly, mainly among those aged 25–44. Youth unemployment was 8.8 per cent. Despite this, paid employment grew. UWV reported 189.6K WW benefits, with slight sectoral increases.
The Netherlands' unemployment rate remained at 3.8 per cent in February 2025, unchanged from January, after five months of decline.
The number of unemployed rose by 7,000 monthly, mainly among those aged 25–44.
Youth unemployment was 8.8 per cent.
Despite this, paid employment grew.
UWV reported 189.6K WW benefits, with slight sectoral increases.
