Group 1 - The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Hong Kong increased from 3.8% in the period of October to December 2025 to 3.9% in the period of November 2025 to January 2026 [1] - The total employment decreased slightly from 3,667,000 in the previous period to 3,665,900 in the latest period, a reduction of approximately 1,100 individuals [1] - The total labor force remained relatively stable, with 3,804,300 in the latest period compared to 3,805,200 in the previous period [1] Group 2 - The number of unemployed individuals (not seasonally adjusted) was approximately 138,400 in the latest period, which is similar to the 138,200 reported in the previous period [2] - The number of underemployed individuals was about 65,100 in the latest period, compared to 64,800 in the previous period, indicating little change [2] Group 3 - The Secretary for Labour and Welfare commented that the slight increase in the unemployment rate reflects ongoing economic challenges, while the overall labor market remains supported by economic growth [3] - Future employment conditions may continue to face pressure in certain industries due to operational challenges [3]

Group 1 - The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Hong Kong for October to December 2025 remains at 3.8%, unchanged from the previous three-month period [1][2] - The underemployment rate increased by 0.1 percentage points to 1.7% during the same period [2] - Total employment decreased from 3,669,900 in September to November 2025 to 3,667,000 in October to December 2025, a reduction of approximately 2,900 individuals [1] - The total labor force also declined from 3,814,300 to 3,805,200, a decrease of about 9,100 individuals [1] - The number of unemployed individuals fell from 144,400 to 138,200, a decrease of approximately 6,200 [1] Group 2 - The employment situation varied across different industries, with slight changes in unemployment rates [1] - The underemployment rate saw an increase primarily in the transportation and information and communication sectors, while the cleaning and similar activities sector experienced a decline [1] - The Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Sun Yuhan, indicated that the ongoing economic growth and improved consumer sentiment should help stabilize the labor market, although some sectors may continue to face challenges [2]