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Spanish unemployment falls below 2.3 million for first time since 2008

According to Euronews, Spanish jobless figures dropped in June to their lowest level in over 18 years, while social security membership reached a record high.

By 2 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET Updated 2 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET

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Data from the State Public Employment Service shows that the number of jobless people in Spain fell to 2,291,982 in June. This represents a decrease of 28,739 individuals compared to the figures recorded in May. This marks the first time since January 2008 that unemployment has dipped below the 2.3 million threshold. Alongside the decline in unemployment, the country also saw Social Security membership reach a record high.

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