Which country has the highest unemployed Persons?

France, at 8.8% in September 2026, the highest of the 5 economies compared.

Which country has the lowest unemployed Persons?

Taiwan, at −0.5% in September 2026.

How many countries does Makrognosis cover for unemployed Persons?

5 economies have a current unemployed Persons series (latest data as of September 2026); each has its own page with a chart, recent observations and an API code.

Unemployed Persons by country

Unemployed Persons compared across 5 economies, ranked from highest to lowest on each country's latest official figure. France has the highest unemployed Persons at 8.8% (Sep 2026) and Taiwan the lowest at −0.5% (Sep 2026); the median is 7.9%. Values are the annual percentage change.

Unemployed Persons by country, latest value, % change year on year. Sources: the national statistical agencies and central banks named on each country page.

Ranking

#	Economy	Period	Latest (% change year on year)
1	France	Sep 2026	8.8%
2	Australia	Sep 2026	8.2%
3	Italy	Sep 2026	7.9%
4	Germany	Sep 2026	5.4%
5	Taiwan	Sep 2026	−0.5%

Each economy links to its own page with the chart, recent history and API code. Latest data as of Sep 2026.

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FAQ

Which country has the highest unemployed Persons?: France, at 8.8% in September 2026, the highest of the 5 economies compared.
Which country has the lowest unemployed Persons?: Taiwan, at −0.5% in September 2026.
How many countries does Makrognosis cover for unemployed Persons?: 5 economies have a current unemployed Persons series (latest data as of September 2026); each has its own page with a chart, recent observations and an API code.