Total employment in Cyprus rises by 2 per cent in first quarter of 2026
Total employment in Cyprus increased by 2 per cent year-on-year during the first quarter of 2026, reaching an estimated 513,367 people, according to the state statistical service (Cystat). The figures were released in a press statement on employment and national accounts covering the first quarter of 2026. The data showed that total employment for the period was estimated at 513,367 persons. Of this total, 460,476 were employees, while 52,891 were self-employed. Compared with
Cyprus experienced a notable expansion in its labor market during the first three months of 2026, with total employment climbing by 2% compared to the previous year. Official data from the national statistical agency indicates that the workforce reached approximately 513,367 individuals, comprising both salaried employees and self-employed professionals. Growth was particularly robust in sectors such as construction, information technology, and retail trade. Alongside the rise in headcount, the total volume of labor also intensified during this period. The country recorded a 2.5% increase in actual hours worked, totaling over 238 million hours. These figures suggest a strengthening economic environment across several key industries.
The rise in both employment numbers and total hours worked serves as a key indicator of economic vitality and increased productivity within the Cypriot labor market.
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