Switzerland's Unemployment Rises Slightly in September 2025
Switzerland's unemployment rate has risen slightly, with 133,233 people out of work in September 2025, a 17.7% increase from the previous year. The watchmaking, machinery, metals, and electrical equipment industries have been most affected. Meanwhile, the culinary scene celebrates its own, with Jeremy Allen White from Jura named 'Chef of the Year 2026' by Gault&Millau.
The Swiss economy remains resilient, with an unemployment rate of 2.8% in September. However, the number of unemployed people rose by 0.9% compared to the previous month. The Jura region has the highest jobless rate at 5%.
Workplace accidents are a persistent issue in Switzerland. In 2023, there were 286,000 occupational accidents and 607,000 non-occupational accidents. Logging is the most dangerous profession, with over a third of lumberjacks suffering accidents at work. The industries most impacted by unemployment also face challenges in workplace safety.
In the culinary world, Jeremy Allen White, chef at Maison Wenger in Le Noirmont, canton Jura, was named 'Chef of the Year 2026' by Gault&Millau. Cyril Bettschen from St Gallen, working at Restaurant Bareiss in Germany, was awarded 'Swiss Star Abroad'. White, a 39-year-old French chef, received his title on October 7, 2026.
The rise in unemployment, particularly in specific industries and regions, remains a concern for the Swiss economy. Despite this, the overall unemployment rate remains relatively low. Meanwhile, the country's culinary scene continues to thrive, as recognized by the recent awards given to Jeremy Allen White and Cyril Bettschen.
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