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Firjan Reveals That The Industrial Sector Recovered 15,225 Jobs Out Of A Total Of 36,010 Jobs Lost From March To June
Firjan, the Federation of Industries of the State of Rio de Janeiro, conducted a survey that revealed the industry recovered 15,225 of the 36,010 jobs lost. The focus is on the performance of the metal products, rubber, and plastic material sectors, which regained lost jobs and created new ones.
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In the trade sector, 31% of lost jobs were recovered between July and October. On the other hand, the survey shows that, since July, the accumulated unemployment rate in the services sector remains negative, with a total of 5,142.
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In October, the manufacturing industry employed the most (2,945), followed by construction (1,707) and public utility industrial services (307). The extractive industry shows a negative job balance of 146 jobs.
About Firjan:
The Federation of Industries of the State of Rio de Janeiro – Firjan, acts as a representative of the industrial sectors in Rio de Janeiro at municipal, state, and national levels. The entity, one of the five that make up the so-called Firjan, also promotes debates and produces research, studies, and projects aimed at the sustainable development of Rio de Janeiro. The provision of services to affiliated companies aims at the industrial and social economic growth of the state.
Firjan develops actions in the economic/business area, serving as a source not only on issues concerning the State of Rio de Janeiro but also on national matters. Among its various fronts of action, the following stand out:
- Industry Defense: Councils and business forums direct technical and political actions;
- Regional Projects: Developed in a joint effort by companies, government agencies, and various institutions;
- Regional Representations: Through them, businesses in Rio de Janeiro act in an integrated manner on various projects, have guaranteed access to relevant information, and make their actions known;
- Corporate Social Responsibility: This practice consists of supporting social policies through partnerships that prioritize citizenship and benefit society.
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