The Department of Statistics released its latest employment figures for 2025, showing a modest decline in the number of jobs held by Bermudians compared with the previous year. The data, presented at the Department’s monthly briefing on Monday, indicate that the total count of positions occupied by residents fell by a small margin, though the full breakdown of sectors has yet to be published.

While the figures do not yet reveal the specific industries most affected, analysts note that Bermuda’s service‑heavy economy—particularly tourism, banking and the maritime sector—has been sensitive to global economic shifts and the lingering after‑effects of the pandemic. A contraction in any of these pillars could account for the overall reduction in local employment.

Deputy Director of Statistics, Mr. J. M. Delgado, said the Department will provide a detailed sectoral analysis in the coming weeks. "We are closely monitoring the labour market as it responds to external pressures and domestic policy changes," he added. The government has been reviewing its workforce development initiatives, including training programmes and incentives for businesses to retain and create Bermudian staff.

Economic observers caution that a small dip in job numbers should be viewed in the context of broader regional trends, but they also stress the importance of proactive measures to sustain employment growth and ensure that Bermuda’s competitive edge in the Atlantic remains strong.