This indicator measures the percentage of employed males who are underutilized in terms of their working hours, reflecting a population that is eager to work more yet constrained by job availability or reduced hours. It captures individuals who, despite being officially employed, find their work hours fall below a specified threshold while actively seeking additional work opportunities. This underemployment not only highlights potential
economic inefficiencies in labor markets but also underscores the disparity between desired and actual work engagement. By revealing the extent to which male workers are willing and available to increase their work hours, this measure provides insight into labor market health, potential areas for policy intervention, and the overall economic vigor of a region.
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