Unemployment Rate

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The unemployment rate, often abbreviated as “unemployment rate def,” is a key economic indicator that measures the percentage of the labor force that is jobless and actively seeking employment. It provides insights into the health of an economy and labor market dynamics. This metric is crucial for policymakers and economists in assessing economic performance and formulating fiscal and monetary policies.

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