Country Comparison
FrancevsGermanyUnemployment
Share of the labor force that is without work but available for and seeking employment.
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France
Germany
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France | Germany | |
|---|---|---|
| Latest Value | 7.5% | 3.7% |
| Latest Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| YoY Change | +1.9% | +9.1% |
| Record High | 12.6% (1994) | 11.2% (2005) |
Quick Verdict
Germany has a significantly lower unemployment rate of 3.71% compared to France's 7.54%, indicating Germany's labor market is currently outperforming France's.