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03.03.2026 | Press release no.10

Female employment at record high, with a simultaneous high proportion of part-time workers

International Women's Day on March 8

02.03.2026 | Press release no.9

More work permits for foreign nationals

The number of labor market permits issued by the Federal Employment Agency has risen by 140 percent since 2021—to over 521,000 in 2025. This also represents a significant increase of 17 percent compared to the previous year.

27.02.2026 | Press release no.8

Job market in February 2026

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31. March 2026, 10:00 a.m.
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30. April 2026, 10:00 a.m.

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