China: New Urban Jobs (YTD Cumulative)

Macro

2026-07-04

Description

China Urban New Employment is published by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) of China. This indicator measures the cumulative number of new jobs created in urban areas during a specific period, serving as an important metric for assessing the health of the urban labor market and overall economic growth. A higher value indicates a strong job market and economic expansion, while a lower value may suggest an economic slowdown or challenges in the labor market.

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Human Resources and Social Security (Choice)
Frequency
Monthly
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AI Data Insight

According to DataTrack data, China's cumulative urban newly employed reached 5.56 million in April 2026, steadily increasing from 4.33 million in March, achieving nearly half of the annual target of 12 million. Although initial official data varied slightly, authoritative figures indicate a robust recovery in the job market. Going forward, youth employment and fields of new quality productive forces such as AI will be crucial to maintaining a healthy labor market.

AI Data Insight

According to DataTrack data, China's cumulative urban newly employed reached 5.56 million in April 2026, steadily increasing from 4.33 million in March, achieving nearly half of the annual target of 12 million. Although initial official data varied slightly, authoritative figures indicate a robust recovery in the job market. Going forward, youth employment and fields of new quality productive forces such as AI will be crucial to maintaining a healthy labor market.

Description

China Urban New Employment is published by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) of China. This indicator measures the cumulative number of new jobs created in urban areas during a specific period, serving as an important metric for assessing the health of the urban labor market and overall economic growth. A higher value indicates a strong job market and economic expansion, while a lower value may suggest an economic slowdown or challenges in the labor market.

Published by
Human Resources and Social Security (Choice)
Frequency
Monthly
Next Update