Gumi City's insured employees surpass 111,000 for fifth consecutive year despite manufacturing job decline
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Updated · asiae.co.kr · Apr 28
Gumi City's insured employees surpass 111,000 for fifth consecutive year despite manufacturing job decline
2 articles · Updated · asiae.co.kr · Apr 28
As of December 2025, Gumi City recorded 111,246 employment insurance subscribers, a 0.3% year-on-year rise, with manufacturing jobs falling for a second year.
Manufacturing still accounts for 51.1% of employment, but sectors like non-metallic minerals and machinery saw declines, while electronic components grew. Unemployment benefit payments increased despite fewer recipients.
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