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Economic Calendar
Every global economic release as it prints: central-bank decisions, inflation, growth and jobs, each shown against consensus, the prior, and the actual figure.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
U.K.U.K. — Unemployment Rate
Employment
The Unemployment Rate for the UK signifies the proportion of the labor force that is unemployed and actively looking for work. It serves as a critical gauge of the labor market's health, offering insights into the level of joblessness within the UK economy. This rate is of utmost importance for policymakers, economists, and individuals as it provides valuable information about the state of employment opportunities, overall economic conditions, and the financial well-being of households.
Latest · Aug
4.7%-0.2
cons. 4.9·prior 4.9
History
FRED · LRHUTTTTGBM156SInfra-Annual Labor Statistics: Monthly Unemployment Rate Total: 15 Years or over for United Kingdom
Previous releases
| Date | Period | Actual | Consensus | Prior | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | Aug | 4.7% | 4.9 | 4.9 | -0.2 |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Jul | 4.9% | 5 | 4.9 | -0.1 |
| Aug 18, 2026 | Jun | 4.9% | 4.8 | 4.9 | +0.1 |