Vienna in the labor market: glimmer of hope despite increasing unemployment
Vienna in the labor market: glimmer of hope despite increasing unemployment
Wien, Österreich - in Vienna something moves on the job market. Although unemployment continues to increase in May 2025, growth slows down. According to the 5 minutes were registered for the AMS Vienna in May 119,136. This corresponds to an increase of 6.1 percent compared to the previous year, but it has been the slightest increase in almost two years. AMS boss Winfried Göschl sees a glimmer of hope, even if he has no trend reversal in sight.
The Situation for young people under the age of 25 is particularly challenging. Unemployment increased by 6.3 percent here. Over 50-year-olds are also affected by 5.4 percent with an increase in unemployed and training participants. The statistics show that it is particularly important for this age group to become active and not be discouraged.trade and construction in the focus
A look at the different industries shows different developments. While unemployment in construction fell by 2.4 percent, it climbed by 8.2 percent in goods production and retail. The hotel and gastronomy also feel the consequences of the current situation with an increase in unemployment by 6.6 percent. The AMS Vienna states that job seekers should use the multitude of support offers to find their way back to work.
The number of people in training is 37,635, which corresponds to an increase of 0.8 percent. This development shows that many Viennese are interested in their further training in order to improve the opportunities on the labor market. Especially for young Viennese under the age of 25, the U25 has a contact point of the AMS and the City of Vienna, which provides advice and support in the search for apprenticeships.
what the future brings
The forecasts for the near future remain careful. According to Göschl, a tendency to fall unemployment is not to be expected this year, but further flattening of the increase is expected. The statistical surveys show that many people are still looking for a job. It is all the more important to take the right steps. The Statistics Austria provides valuable data that continues to provide the current situation precisely.
In this dynamic time, it is crucial that job seekers remain true to the old rule: who does not dare who do not win. Thanks to the diverse support offers, the right time is now to put the first steps into a successful career.
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