Australia’s Employment Growth Slows But Hits New High

EthereumCraftsman · 2026-02-19T01:15:18+00:00

Australia's employment rose by 17,800 to 14.70 million in January 2026, surpassing expectations. Full-time jobs increased by 50,500, while part-time positions fell. Employment grew by 1.0% annually, with a stable participation rate of 66.7%.

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2026-02-19 01:15:18

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Employment in Australia increased 17,800 to a new peak of 14.70 million in January 2026, following an upwardly revised 68,500 jump in the previous month, compared with market expectations of a 20,000 increase. The latest result indicated the second straight month of monthly growth, as full-time employment added 50,500 to 10.16 million, but part-time employment fell 32,700 to 4.55 million. The employment-to-population ratio edged lower to 63.9% from December’s 64.0%, and the participation rate held steady at 66.7%. On an annual basis, total employment rose by 150,200, or 1.0%.

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