Rising unemployment in MV: 63,600 people affected in November!

Rising unemployment in MV: 63,600 people affected in November!

According to the current figures, unemployment in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania will increase slightly in November 2025. The number of unemployed now stands at 63,600, an increase of 1,100 people compared to October. This corresponds to an increase of 1.7 percent Northern Courier reported.

There is also an increase compared to November of the previous year: 200 more unemployed people were recorded, which corresponds to an increase of 0.2 percent. The unemployment rate is now 7.8 percent in November. For comparison: In October this was 7.6 percent and in November of last year it was 7.7 percent.

Regional differences

Developments on the labor market vary regionally. An increase of 7.5 percent was noted, particularly in the Vorpommern-Rügen district. Here the rate has risen to a worrying 9.0 percent. In contrast, the districts of Rostock and Ludwigslust-Parchim show the lowest rates at 5.9 percent each. In the state capital Schwerin the unemployment rate is 10.3 percent and in Rostock it is 7.5 percent, which illustrates the challenge on the regional labor market.

Markus Biercher, the head of the regional directorate, describes the current situation as stable, which gives many a glimmer of hope. Despite the increasing numbers, developments appear to be within an acceptable range, which underlines the importance of regional labor market initiatives.

A look at the statistics

For a comprehensive overview of the labor market situation in Germany, the website is available Statistics from the Federal Employment Agency a central source of information. Here you will find current tables, reports and interactive statistics that paint a comprehensive picture of the employment situation. Users can also access various thematic search options to obtain specific information on unemployment and underemployment.

Providing monthly reports and other current data makes it easier to track developments and identify any trends at an early stage. The variety of information includes, among other things, training market statistics, which provide insight into supply and demand on the training market, as well as data on those subject to social security contributions and part-time employees.

In summary, it can be seen that the labor market in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is currently in a phase of adjustment. Despite the slight increase in the number of unemployed, the outlook remains stable, according to Markus Biercher, which makes it crucial to look at future developments and initiatives for the regional economy.