Jobless Rate in Denmark Rises Slightly in July

Finding a job in Denmark remains competitive as local unemployment rose slightly in July. Data shows 300 more people became unemployed last month. This marks the fourth consecutive month of rising unemployment in the country. Total joblessness in Denmark now stands at 93,700 people. That equals an unemployment rate of 3.1 percent.

The new figures come from the Danish Agency for Labour Market and Recruitment. Danish news agency Ritzau reported the latest statistics. The steady rise shows a modest shift in national labor market demand. Overall unemployment still stays relatively low by historical standards.