China youth jobless rate rises to 18.9%
China reports its urban youth unemployment rate climbed to 18.9 percent in August. This marks the highest reading recorded since August 2025. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics shows older demographics experienced varied changes.
China reported its urban youth unemployment rate rose to 18.9% in August, hitting the highest level since August 2025. The reading increased from 17.9% in July, per data from the National Bureau of Statistics released Thursday morning. The figure covers individuals aged 16 to 24, excluding students.
