Spain jobless total drops below 2.3 million for first time since 2008
Euronews reports that the number of registered jobseekers in Spain fell in June, reaching its lowest level in over eighteen years as employment figures continue to rise.
By Europa Express2 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CETUpdated 2 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET
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Core Briefing: Spain jobless total drops below 2.3 million for first time since 2008
Strategic Context: Euronews reports that the number of registered jobseekers in Spain fell in June, reaching its lowest level in over eighteen years as employment figures continue to rise.
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According to the State Public Employment Service, the number of registered jobseekers in Spain fell to 2,291,982 in June. This figure represents a decrease of 28,739 people compared to May, marking the first time the total has dropped below 2.3 million since January 2008.
In addition to the decline in unemployment, Euronews notes that Social Security membership in the country has reached a new record high. The data highlights a period of growth in the Spanish labour market.