25.12.202523:30:00UTC+00Japan's Job Market Stays Steady: Jobs-to-Applications Ratio Holds at 1.18

In a continuation of recent trends, Japan's jobs-to-applications ratio has held steady for the second consecutive month, landing at 1.18 in November, according to the latest data released on December 25, 2025. This indicator, a critical measure of labor market health, remains unchanged since October, reflecting a stable equilibrium between job availability and job seeker numbers.

The jobs-to-applications ratio is a significant benchmark for assessing economic health in Japan, as it indicates the number of job openings to every job seeker. A ratio above 1.0 signals a demand-driven job market, where there are more job openings than applicants, a positive sign for job seekers.

November's stable figure suggests the labor market is maintaining its balance amidst global economic uncertainties. Analysts are watching closely for potential shifts that could impact this ratio further, whether through industrial changes, population trends, or policy adjustments, as Japan continues to navigate its unique labor and demographic challenges.