Cyprus sees modest improvement in unemployment in January

Registered unemployment in Cyprus eased slightly in January, according to official data, pointing to a gradual improvement in labour-market conditions despite the seasonal pressures typically seen at the start of the year.

According to a report released on Wednesday by the Statistical Service (Cystat), the number of unemployed persons registered at district labour offices stood at 12,650 at the end of January 2026.

However, on a seasonally adjusted basis, which smooths out short-term fluctuations...