Labour Market
US job openings drop to lowest since 2020, layoffs edge up
Available positions decrease to 6.54 million from a downwardly revised 6.93 million reading in November
Singapore’s economic growth to stay resilient in 2026 on AI tailwinds, pace to moderate: MAS
The central bank expects artificial intelligence capex to continue supporting electronics supply chains
What some see as entitlement, others see as enlightenment
Rather than seeing issues in terms of privileges that are granted, it might be more practical to acknowledge mindset shifts
UK labour market cools further, online jobs data shows
Bank of England policymakers are watching the jobs market and wage growth carefully
Young workers most worried about AI affecting jobs: Randstad survey
FOUR in five workers believe artificial intelligence is going to impact their daily tasks at the workplace, with Gen Z among those most concerned as companies increasingly rely on AI chatbots and auto...
Micro-digital income is reshaping work patterns across Asean
More than a technological fad, this trend marks a shift in work culture and could reshape the labour market in Singapore and beyond
US weekly jobless claims unexpectedly fall amid seasonal adjustment challenges
Initial claims dropped 9,000 to a seasonally adjusted 198,000 for the week ended January 10
China vs Singapore – the divergent impact of AI on labour markets
The divergence between the two countries serves as a warning and a blueprint
Why is Japan souring on foreign workers and tourists?
It is a dangerous attitude for an ageing country that needs more immigrants
As jobs dry up, China’s migrant workers are returning to their villages and staying put
Despite the government’s concerns, however, things may be changing in the rural areas
