Group 1 - The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Hong Kong increased from 3.2% in January-March 2025 to 3.4% in February-April 2025, while the underemployment rate rose from 1.1% to 1.3% during the same period [1][2] - The total employment decreased by approximately 15,600 from 3,692,700 in January-March 2025 to 3,677,100 in February-April 2025, and the total labor force also fell by about 9,000 from 3,815,500 to 3,806,500 [1][2] - The number of unemployed individuals (not seasonally adjusted) rose from 122,800 to 129,400, an increase of about 6,600, while the number of underemployed individuals increased from 42,700 to 47,600, an increase of approximately 4,900 [2] Group 2 - Various major economic sectors experienced an increase in unemployment rates, particularly in construction, accommodation services, catering services, and finance, while sectors like information and communications, insurance, and arts, entertainment, and recreation saw a decline [1] - The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Sun Yuhan, noted that while some businesses are closing, many new stores are opening, indicating a shift in demand and consumption trends [2] - The number of registered companies in Hong Kong reached a historical high of 1.46 million by the end of last year, suggesting emerging demand and consumption trends are gradually taking shape [2]

Group 1 - The unemployment rate in the Philippines for March is reported at 3.9%, a slight increase of 0.1 percentage points compared to the previous month [1] - The labor force participation rate decreased to 62.9%, down 2.4 percentage points year-on-year and lower than 64.5% in February [1] - The total labor force dropped to 49.96 million from 51.15 million a year ago and 51.09 million in February, indicating a weakening labor market [1] Group 2 - The employed population in March decreased to 48.02 million, lower than 49.15 million in both the previous year and February [1] - The number of unemployed individuals in March was 1.93 million, a decrease of 70,000 from the previous year and slightly lower than 1.94 million in February [1] - The services sector accounted for the majority of employment, with 29.77 million jobs, representing 62.0% of total employment [1] Group 3 - The underemployment rate rose to 13.4% in March, up from 11.0% a year ago and 10.1% in February, indicating that 6.44 million workers are seeking more hours or better job opportunities [2] - The labor force participation rate for the 15 to 24 age group fell to 29.4% from 33.3% a year ago, while the unemployment rate for this group increased from 8.7% to 11.0%, highlighting increased pressure on youth employment [2]

Group 1 - The unemployment rate for January to March 2025, seasonally adjusted, remains at 3.2%, unchanged from December 2024 to February 2025 [1][2] - The underemployment rate also remains stable at 1.1% during the same period [1][2] - Total employment decreased from 3,709,500 in December 2024 to 3,692,700 in January to March 2025, a reduction of approximately 16,800 [1][2] Group 2 - The total labor force declined from 3,821,300 to 3,815,500, a decrease of about 5,800 [1][2] - The number of unemployed individuals increased from 111,700 to 122,800, an increase of approximately 11,100 [1][2] - The number of underemployed individuals rose from 40,700 to 42,700, an increase of about 2,000 [1][2] Group 3 - Unemployment rates varied across industries, with notable increases in the information and communications sector, social work activities, professional and business services (excluding cleaning services), and construction [1][2] - Conversely, the transportation and insurance sectors experienced declines in unemployment rates [2] - The government anticipates that external uncertainties due to trade tensions may affect hiring intentions in some industries, while domestic economic growth supported by government measures is expected to bolster labor demand [2]