Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
Unemployment and underemployment statistics for April – June 2026
Comparing April – June 2026 with March – May 2026, movements in the unemployment rate (not seasonally adjusted) in different industry sectors varied. Decreases were mainly seen in the import and export trade sector, food and beverage service activities sector, and real estate sector while increases were mainly seen in the manufacturing sector, and warehousing and support activities for transportation sector. As to the underemployment rate, increases were mainly seen in the warehousing and support activities for transportation sector, construction sector, and professional and business services sector (excluding cleaning and similar activities).
Total employment increased by around 6 800 from 3 639 300 in March – May 2026 to 3 646 100 in April – June 2026. Over the same period, the labour force also increased by around 5 500 from 3 780 300 to 3 785 800.Issued at HKT 16:30
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