China's December Urban Unemployment Rate at 5.1%, Below Market Expectations
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 19 2026
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Source: aastocks
Unemployment Rate Overview: In 2025, China's average national urban surveyed unemployment rate was 5.2%, indicating a stable employment situation.
December Unemployment Figures: In December, the unemployment rate was reported at 5.1%, slightly below the expected 5.2%, with a 5.3% rate for locally registered workers compared to 4.7% for non-locally registered workers.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
