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Reuters · 1 month ago

US Jobless Claims Edge Higher as Labor Market Remains Stable

US unemployment claims increased marginally last week, while low layoffs pointed to a stable labor market. At the same time, higher services input prices highlighted continued inflation pressure ahead of upcoming US employment and inflation data.

ADP · 1 month ago

U.S. Private Employers Added 38,000 Jobs in August as Hiring Slowed

U.S. private-sector employment rose by 38,000 jobs in August, marking the slowest pace of job creation since January, according to ADP. Education and health services, leisure and hospitality, and construction recorded gains, while manufacturing and professional services shed jobs.

Reuters · 1 month ago

Uber to Cut Around 3,300 Jobs in Major Workforce Restructuring

Uber plans to cut around 3,300 jobs, or about 10% of its workforce, as it restructures its organization and responds to growing competition from robotaxi companies.

Business Standard · 1 month ago

E-commerce, Quick-Commerce and Logistics Companies Step Up Seasonal Hiring Ahead of Festive Demand

E-commerce, quick-commerce and logistics companies are expanding seasonal hiring as festive demand gathers pace. Opportunities are increasing across delivery, fulfilment, warehousing, logistics, technology and specialised operational roles.

Hindustan Times · 1 month ago

India’s Domestic Battery Manufacturing Could Drive 7.2 Million EV Jobs by 2040: Study

A study by ICCT and IIM-Bangalore estimates that domestic battery-cell manufacturing could help India create up to 7.2 million direct EV manufacturing jobs by 2040, with employment gains depending significantly on battery localisation.

Reuters · 1 month ago

WPP Plans Up to 1,000 Additional Job Cuts by Year-End, FT Reports

WPP is reportedly planning up to 1,000 additional job cuts by the end of 2026 as the advertising group accelerates its restructuring under new CEO Cindy Rose.

The Economic Times · 1 month ago

Oracle Reportedly Prepares for Possible New Job Cuts as September 1 Approaches

Oracle is reportedly preparing for another possible round of job cuts as September 1 approaches, following a workforce reduction of around 21,000 employees during fiscal 2026. The company has not officially confirmed that layoffs will begin on September 1.

India Today · 1 month ago

MBA Graduates Earn 52% More Than Engineers in 2026 Placements as Employers Seek Business and Tech Skills

MBA graduates received campus placement packages 52% higher than engineering graduates in the 2026 placement cycle, according to Deloitte India. The changing gap highlights growing employer demand for professionals who can combine technology, business understanding and adaptability.

India Today · 1 month ago

India’s HFT Boom Brings Internships Worth Up to Rs 60 Lakh and Pay Packages Up to Rs 4 Crore

India’s HFT sector is attracting attention with internship offers reaching up to Rs 60 lakh for two months, as trading firms compete for talent in the highly lucrative quant careers market.

Reuters · 1 month ago

UK Youth NEET Numbers Fall Below 1 Million in Second Quarter of 2026

The number of UK young people not in employment, education or training fell below one million in the second quarter of 2026, although the total remained higher than a year earlier.

Business Standard · 1 month ago

India’s Job Postings Rise in July After Three-Month Hiring Decline

India’s formal job market recorded a 1.2% rise in job postings in July after three consecutive months of decline, with healthcare showing strong growth while technology hiring remained under pressure.

Huntsville Business Journal · 1 month ago

Cyber Workforce Gaps Raise Concerns About Future Talent Needs

Cybersecurity leaders in Huntsville are warning of potential workforce gaps as technology changes rapidly and demand for skilled talent continues to grow. A recent panel highlighted the need for adaptable workers, diverse backgrounds, internships and a broader approach to hiring.

The Straits Times · 1 month ago

Singapore Fintech Companies Expand Hiring as AI Boosts Growth

Fintech companies including Airwallex, Revolut and YouTrip are expanding their teams in Singapore as AI supports business growth, product development and greater operational capacity.

Reuters · 1 month ago

H-1B Visa Rules Face Major Fee Changes and Tougher Screening

The U.S. H-1B visa program is facing proposed fee increases, ongoing legal disputes and stricter applicant screening, creating fresh uncertainty for employers that rely on skilled foreign workers.

Reuters · 1 month ago

Volkswagen CEO Faces Growing Opposition Over Job Cuts and Restructuring Plans

Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume is facing renewed opposition from workers, labour representatives and stakeholders as he seeks support for a restructuring plan that could involve major job cuts and potential plant closures.

ETHRWorld / The Economic Times HRWorld · 1 month ago

India’s White-Collar Hiring Outlook Improves for the Second Half of 2026

India's white-collar hiring market is expected to expand in the second half of 2026, with 79% of senior HR leaders anticipating new job creation. Real estate, FMCG and IT are among the most optimistic sectors, while early-career hiring and demand for new skills remain key trends.

The Economic Times · 1 month ago

UPSC Invites Applications for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner Posts

UPSC has invited applications for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner posts in the EPFO. Eligible candidates can apply online from August 22 to September 11, 2026.

The Guardian · 1 month ago

UK Graduate Job Openings Drop to Their Lowest Level in a Decade

UK graduate job vacancies fell to 8,383 in July, their lowest level since Adzuna began tracking the market a decade ago. The decline highlights the increasingly difficult environment facing young people and new university graduates entering the workforce.

The Straits Times · 1 month ago

DBS HR Chief Urges Workers to Focus on How AI Can Help Them

DBS HR chief Lee Yan Hong says employees should view AI as a tool that can increase their capabilities rather than simply fear its impact on jobs. The bank is expanding AI adoption, hiring in growth areas and supporting employees as roles evolve.

Reuters · 1 month ago

KPMG Australia to Cut Around 5% of Workforce Amid Difficult Market Outlook

KPMG Australia plans to cut about 5% of its workforce, affecting around 360 employees and 27 partners, as it warns that subdued economic conditions could continue to weigh on business activity.

Associated Press · 1 month ago

China Workers Face Growing Job Anxiety as AI Spreads Across Industries

China's rapid adoption of artificial intelligence is reshaping jobs across programming, translation, media and other industries, leaving some workers unemployed or concerned about future job security.

The Economic Times · 1 month ago

AI Creates More Jobs Than It Removes in India, but Freshers Face Hiring Challenges

AI is currently creating more jobs than it is eliminating in India, but the benefits are not evenly distributed. A Nomura report shows growing pressure on entry-level hiring as companies reduce campus recruitment and increasingly value experienced workers.

Financial Times · 1 month ago

Big Law Firms Begin Recruiting Law Students Earlier in the Race for Top Talent

Top US law firms are accelerating recruitment by targeting students as early as their first semester of law school, intensifying competition for future legal talent.

Reuters · 1 month ago

US Jobless Claims Fall, Pointing to a Stable Labor Market

New U.S. unemployment claims fell to 206,000 last week, signaling continued stability in the labor market despite softer hiring and an unexpected drop in employment in July.