arbetslöshetsmåttet
Arbetslöshetsmåttet, often translated as the unemployment rate, is a key economic indicator that measures the proportion of the labor force that is unemployed but actively seeking employment. It is typically calculated by dividing the number of unemployed individuals by the total labor force, which includes both employed and unemployed individuals. The labor force participation rate is also a closely related concept, representing the percentage of the working-age population that is either employed or actively looking for work.
Different countries and organizations may use slightly varying definitions and methodologies to calculate the unemployment rate.
A low unemployment rate generally signifies a strong economy, where most people who want to work can