In September 2025, the national urban survey unemployment rate declined to 5.20%, a 0.1-percentage-point drop from the previous period, continuing the recent downward trend. Over the past six months, the unemployment rate showed a fluctuating decline, rising from 5.10% in April to 5.30% in August before rebounding in September. This shift reflects stabilization in the labor market following short-term volatility, with overall recovery momentum remaining robust. By age group, employment pressures remain significant among youth. The unemployment rate for individuals aged 16–24 (excluding students) remained high at 17.70%, indicating substantial challenges faced by college graduates and other young job seekers. In contrast, the unemployment rate for those aged 25–29 stood at 7.20%, slightly above the overall average but showing a gradual, sustained decline over several months, signaling steady progress in labor market recovery for mid-youth workers. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate for the prime working-age population (30–59 years) further dropped to 3.90%, underscoring increasing stability in the mature labor market. Experts note that while the overall unemployment rate has stabilized, youth employment remains a key focus of current employment policies. As economic restructuring accelerates and new industries expand, enhancing the supply of high-quality jobs and strengthening vocational skills training will be crucial to addressing structural unemployment. Moving forward, targeted measures focused on priority groups are essential to sustain the generally stable employment situation.