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Labor Market Trends
The tension in the labor market is still unprecedented. Despite this, there is slightly more movement in the labor market because while the supply of labor remains small (low unemployment and low labor market activity), the demand for it is growing. This means that people are increasingly being approached for other work as the pressure to recruit has reached a new record. Indeed, these combined factors have created a challenging environment in which companies must be innovative and strategic to attract and retain top talent amid fierce competition.
Labour market activity
Labour market activity indicates the size of the active labour supply within the Dutch working population (excluding self-employed persons and entrepreneurs). These are people who are currently actively looking for (other) work. In addition, there is a large group of latent job seekers. They are not actively looking for other work, but are keeping an eye on the labour market.
1,09 mln
t.o.v. Q3 2024
-100.000
t.o.v. Q2 2025
-30.000
Job changes
This figure shows what proportion of the Dutch working population (excluding self-employed persons and entrepreneurs) has found different/new work in the past 12 months. It provides insight into the dynamics of the labour market. The figures relate to people who have found a job with a new employer. Internal job changes are not included.
1,66 mln
t.o.v. Q3 2024
-139.000
t.o.v. Q2 2025
-40.000
Sourcing pressure
Sourcing pressure indicates the proportion of the Dutch working population (excluding self-employed persons and entrepreneurs) who are approached by recruiters, employers and/or agencies for a new job at least once a quarter. Sourcing pressure is related to labour market scarcity. The more sought-after (scarce) people are, the more often they are approached.
42,0%
Q3 2024
41,4%
Q2 2025
42,3%
Unemployment
The unemployed labour force consists of all 15 to 75-year-olds living in the Netherlands who do not have paid work, but who have recently looked for work and are immediately available for work. The figures are adjusted for seasonal influences and presented in thousands.
401.000
2024 augustus
374.000
2025 juli
388.000