Costa Rica: 30% of inactive population cites family duties; women bear burden

INEC's Continuous Employment Survey shows that among 22,206 people newly outside the labor force in Q3 2026, 21,545 were women, with family obligations cited by 30% of the inactive population. This highlights persistent gender disparities in labor force participation, potentially affecting labor supply and economic growth. The data is preliminary and subject to revision.

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