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Brussels Employment Rate Drops Amid Belgium's 72.6% Average

6/12/2025

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Brussels' employment rate for ages 20-64 decreased to 61.9% in Q1 2025 from 63.8% in Q4 2024.
Wallonia's employment rate held steady at 66.8%, while Flanders reported a higher rate of 77.9%.
Belgium's overall employment rate stands at 72.6%, aiming for 80% by 2029.
Employment for ages 55-64 is notably lower at 60.4%, compared to 76.2% for ages 20-54.

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Story summary

Brussels' employment rate for ages 20-64 decreased to 61.9% in Q1 2025 from 63.8% in Q4 2024.
Wallonia's employment rate held steady at 66.8%, while Flanders reported a higher rate of 77.9%.
Belgium's overall employment rate stands at 72.6%, aiming for 80% by 2029.
Employment for ages 55-64 is notably lower at 60.4%, compared to 76.2% for ages 20-54.