Switzerland's unemployment climbs 9.8% in April, affecting older workers

Switzerland's unemployment rose by 9.8% in April, with 142,902 people jobless. Older workers aged 50-64 were particularly affected. The increase marks a second consecutive month of double-digit growth. The unemployment rate climbed to 3%, and the number of job seekers rose by 10.3%. Meanwhile, short-time work arrangements increased by 44%, indicating broader economic challenges.