Infra-Annual Registered Unemployment and Job Vacancies: Total Economy: Unfilled Vacancies for Spain
LMJVTTUVESM647S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
163,673.90
Year-over-Year Change
17.38%
Date Range
1/1/1977 - 4/1/2005
Summary
This economic trend measures the total number of unfilled job vacancies in the Spanish economy. It provides insights into labor market tightness and is a key indicator for policymakers and economists.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The Infra-Annual Registered Unemployment and Job Vacancies: Total Economy: Unfilled Vacancies for Spain series tracks the volume of open positions that employers are actively seeking to fill. It offers timely data on the balance between labor supply and demand within the Spanish labor market.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of Spanish employers and firms.
Historical Context
This metric is widely used to analyze workforce shortages, inform employment policies, and predict economic growth.
Key Facts
- Spain's unfilled job vacancies reached a record high in 2022.
- Vacancies have risen sharply since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
- Unfilled positions are concentrated in key sectors like hospitality and healthcare.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total number of job vacancies that employers in Spain are actively trying to fill across the entire economy.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The unfilled vacancies data provides insights into labor market tightness and hiring difficulties, which are important for economists, policymakers, and businesses to understand.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of Spanish employers and firms.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Unfilled vacancies data is used to analyze workforce shortages, inform employment policies, and predict economic growth.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on an intra-annual basis, so it provides more timely information than annual employment figures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Infra-Annual Registered Unemployment and Job Vacancies: Total Economy: Unfilled Vacancies for Spain (LMJVTTUVESM647S), retrieved from FRED.