Market Overview for April 2026

The job opening ratio for April 2026 was 2.38 (previous month: -0.01 points; year-on-year: +0.02 points).

- Number of job openings: +2.5% month-on-month, +12.6% year-on-year - Number of job seekers: +3.0% month-on-month, +11.7% year-on-year

In terms of industry, job openings increased from the previous month in 11 out of 12 industries (excluding 'others'). The highest growth was seen in 'IT/Communications' (105.6% month-on-month), followed by 'Leisure/Food Services' (103.6% month-on-month). By job category, openings increased in 10 out of 11 categories (excluding 'others'). The highest growth was in 'Engineer (IT/Communications)' (104.0% month-on-month), followed by 'Office/Assistant' (103.4% month-on-month).

FACT BOX

  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Category: Survey
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