Haaretz EnglishEconomy
Israel's IT Unemployment Soars Amidst Overall Low Jobless Rate
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Israel's overall unemployment has fallen to near pre-war levels, but IT unemployment claims have surged by 59.3 percent in three years. A report by the Israel Employment Service also noted a rise in claims from management and administration sectors. Experts worry the low overall figures don't fully reflect the job market's reality.
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- IT unemployment claims in Israel have surged by 59.3 percent over the past three years.
- Overall unemployment in Israel has fallen to near pre-war levels.
- The Israel Employment Service published the report on Sunday.
- Management and administration sectors also saw a sharp increase in unemployment claims.
- Experts express concern that low overall unemployment figures may not reflect reality.
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