The number of Filipinos holding decent employment declined in June 2025, while the country’s unemployment rate edged higher compared to the same period last year, according to the latest data released by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Wednesday.
The PSA reported that the proportion of Filipinos with decent jobs fell to 65.7%, equivalent to 52.42 million individuals. This figure is slightly lower than 65.8% recorded in May 2025 and significantly below the 66% labor force participation rate registered in June 2024.
At the same time, the unemployment rate rose to 3.7% in June 2025, up from 3.1% in June 2024 — signaling a potential slowdown in job creation or mismatch in labor market opportunities.
The data raises concerns amid ongoing efforts by the government to stimulate economic growth and reduce poverty through job generation and skills development programs.
More detailed figures and sectoral breakdowns are expected to be released by the PSA in the coming days.
