Strong U.S. services sector, private payrolls boost economy as Q4 starts
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – A measure of U.S. services industry activity surged to a record high in October likely as declining COVID-19 cases boosted [...]
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U.S. private payrolls beat expectations in October; worker shortages linger
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. private payrolls increased more than expected in October, suggesting the labor market and overall economy were regaining momentum early [...]
Semiconductor firms in S'pore step up talent development amid global demand for chips
SINGAPORE – Semiconductor firms in Singapore are stepping up their talent development amid a rampant global demand for chips that shows no sign [...]
Jobs rebound, hot inflation bolster case for Bank of Canada rate hike
OTTAWA (Reuters) – Canada’s return to pre-pandemic job levels has likely sealed the deal on the Bank of Canada ending its quantitative easing [...]
US job growth slows sharply in September; unemployment rate falls to 4.8 per cent
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) – US employment increased far less than expected in September amid a decline in government payrolls, but hiring could pick up [...]
Lack of local talent a big challenge in building workforce for S'pore firms: Survey
SINGAPORE – The lack of local talent is a big challenge for Singapore businesses in building their workforce, a survey has found. The [...]
Canada's jobless rate at pandemic low as election race enters final stage
OTTAWA (Reuters) -Canada posted strong jobs growth in August and the unemployment rate fell to its lowest point since the onset of the [...]
Unemployment benefits expire for millions of Americans without pushback from Biden
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) – Expanded unemployment benefits that have kept millions of Americans afloat during the pandemic expired on Monday (Sept 6), setting up [...]
U.S. private payrolls miss expectations in August -ADP
FILE PHOTO: A hiring sign is seen at the register of Burger Boy restaurant, as many restaurant businesses face staffing shortages in Louisville, [...]
NTUC calls for unemployment support for PMEs beyond current grants
SINGAPORE – The labour movement is calling for monetary support beyond current grants to be given to professionals, managers and executives (PMEs) who [...]