6.33 million workers were underemployed in July, up from 6.11 million in June as more sought additional hours or another job.
About 550,000 more Filipinos were jobless in July as employment fell by 1.45 million from June, according to PSA.
PSA data shows more unemployed Filipinos compared with a year ago, highlighting continued pressure on workers and the labor market.
Underemployment dropped to 12.2% while Filipinos logged longer working hours, pointing to improving job quality for many workers.
Unemployment eases to 4.7% as labor force rises to 51.3 million, still below 2025 levels.
Fewer jobs were added last year, millions remained underemployed, and stalled infrastructure projects weighed on hiring momentum.
