The Japan Statistics Bureau released the August job-to-applicant ratio on August 29, 2025. The actual figure was 1.22, matching both the forecast and the previous value of 1.22.The job-to-applicant ratio is published monthly by the Statistics Bureau of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, reflecting the balance between labor demand and job-seeker supply in the market. This indicator carries significant weight and can influence the Japanese yen, particularly when the actual figure exceeds forecasts, which is typically viewed as a positive signal.The ratio is calculated using statistical methods to measure unused labor capacity and is released monthly. The next publication is scheduled for October 31, 2025.
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