In January 2025, Portugal's unemployment rate decreased to 6.2% from 6.4% in December 2024, with the employed population reaching 5.167 million, the highest since February 1998. The youth unemployment rate fell to 19.5%. The government has implemented measures to support the job market, including a new migrant employment support program and tax breaks for those under 35. Portugal's economy is showing promising growth, with a GDP increase of 2.8% year-on-year. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)