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India's Unemployment Steady at 5.2% Amid Tariffs

11/18/2025

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In October 2025, India's unemployment rate held at 5.2% amid new US tariffs on Indian goods.
Urban unemployment rose to 7%.
Rural unemployment declined to 4.4% as gains for women and the harvest season supported rural progress.
The overall employment rate edged up to 52.5% and labor force participation stood at 55.4%.
Policymakers face the challenge of boosting urban job creation while maintaining rural progress.

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Story summary

In October 2025, India's unemployment rate held at 5.2% amid new US tariffs on Indian goods.
Urban unemployment rose to 7%.
Rural unemployment declined to 4.4% as gains for women and the harvest season supported rural progress.
The overall employment rate edged up to 52.5% and labor force participation stood at 55.4%.
Policymakers face the challenge of boosting urban job creation while maintaining rural progress.