Unemployment Rate
Australian Unemployment Rate
Unemployment rate is the percentage of individuals eligible for work and are currently looking for employment but unable to secure a position. Rising unemployment is a negative indicator that foreshadows a probable reduction in consumer spending.
| Date | Value | Previous | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2013 | 5.5 | 5.6 | -0.10 |
| Mar 2013 | 5.6 | 5.4 | +0.20 |
| Feb 2013 | 5.4 | 5.4 | -- |
| Jan 2013 | 5.4 | 5.4 | -- |
| Dec 2012 | 5.4 | 5.3 | +0.10 |
| Nov 2012 | 5.3 | 5.4 | -0.10 |
| Oct 2012 | 5.4 | 5.5 | -0.10 |
| Sep 2012 | 5.5 | 5.1 | +0.40 |
| Aug 2012 | 5.1 | 5.2 | -0.10 |
| Jul 2012 | 5.2 | 5.3 | -0.10 |