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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

US: Two-Tier Labor Market in February

In February, the US private sector added more jobs than expected, although most of the job creation came from just two sectors, according to ADP.

Mar 4 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Artificial Intelligence: Friend or foe for hiring in Europe today?

A study examines the impact of artificial intelligence on hiring and layoffs within European companies, weighing its potential to either replace workers or create new opportunities.

Mar 4 โ€ข 11:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazil creates 112,300 formal jobs in January; with a sharp decline of 27% compared to the same month in 2025

Brazil's formal job market saw the creation of 112,300 jobs in January 2026, marking a significant 27% decrease from the previous year's figures.

Mar 3 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Work, Barberis (Expo Training): "Structured orientation and a bridge between school and business are key to tackling mismatch"

Carlo Barberis, president of Expo Training, emphasizes the importance of structured orientation and collaboration between educational institutions and businesses to address the mismatch between skills required and those available in the job market.

Mar 3 โ€ข 11:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Iran, Paolo Capone, leader of UGL: โ€œThe economic impact of the conflict is worrying. Prevent repercussions on rising prices and employmentโ€

Paolo Capone, leader of Italy's UGL, expresses deep concern over the economic and social impacts of the US and Israeli military actions against Iran, urging preventive measures to protect families and workers.

Mar 3 โ€ข 09:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Spain gained 97,000 jobs in February and unemployment rose by 3,600 people

In February, Spain saw a net increase of 97,000 jobs, though unemployment also rose by 3,600, marking a complex economic landscape as young job seekers entered the market.

Mar 3 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Job availability ratio dropped to 1.18 in January, new job offers decreased in the accommodation sector

The effective job availability ratio in Japan fell to 1.18 in January, marking a decline for the first time in three months, with significant decreases noted in the accommodation and food service industries.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:28 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Brightermonday Shifts Youth Employment Focus to Skills Matching

BrighterMonday Uganda is emphasizing skills matching over traditional job searching to improve youth employment outcomes.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Company lays off 4,000 due to AI and shares soar 20%

A payment company, Block, laid off 4,000 employees citing AI advancements, leading to a 20% surge in its stock value.

Mar 2 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The uncertain arrival of the productivity revolution with AI: everyone announces it, but it is not so clear

The article discusses the complexities and uncertainties surrounding the impact of artificial intelligence on productivity and job displacement in Spain, particularly in junior positions.

Mar 1 โ€ข 17:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Oleksijs Zariฤanskis. Ukrainian Legal Competence in the Labor Market

This article discusses the challenges faced by Ukrainian refugees in Latvia in integrating into the labor market and the financial support provided by the Latvian government.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

HUP calls for reform of the sick leave system and reduction of burden on employers

The Croatian Employers' Association (HUP) advocates for a reform of the sick leave system, suggesting measures to reduce the burden on employers and enhance market efficiency.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Group opens job vacancies for analyst, cashier operator, and more in Greater Fortaleza

Grupo Dasart has opened several job positions in Greater Fortaleza, including roles in shopping centers and the financial market.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Great Replacement: Mass layoffs due to Artificial Intelligence โ€“ Who is cutting staff and soaring, who is losing trillions.

Companies are announcing mass layoffs due to the efficiency brought by artificial intelligence, while entire sectors lose market capitalization amid fears of being replaced by technology.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

January National Tax Revenue Increased by 6.2 Trillion Won Due to Stock Boom

Korea's national tax revenue in January rose by 6.2 trillion won compared to the previous year, driven primarily by a booming stock market and increased VAT collection.

Feb 27 โ€ข 02:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Live Broadcast: Development and Outlook of the Labor Market

A live broadcast discussing the current status and future prospects of the Icelandic labor market, featuring key presentations and panel discussions.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Most new jobs in public administration

New job growth in Norway is strongest in the public administration sector, with a reported increase of 1.8% and 5,900 new positions in 2025.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Employment Service: Unemployment in Lithuania will decrease in the near future

Lithuania's Employment Service forecasts a decline in unemployment and an increase in employment over the next three months, despite a general downturn in European labor markets.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The household appliances industry is laying off, 6 thousand people have lost their jobs

The Polish household appliances industry is facing a decline in production and significant job losses due to increasing competition and market dynamics.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Labor and Family Reconciliation: Key to Productivity and Female Participation

The article discusses the declining labor participation of women in Mexico, highlighting a significant drop in employment and a concerning gender gap in economic participation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Will you be out of a job? 30% of formal employment in Mexico could be replaced by AI

A report from Banamex warns that nearly 30% of formal jobs in Mexico are at high risk of being automated due to advancements in artificial intelligence.

Feb 25 โ€ข 03:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Easing of the Work Ban: What Does the "Immediate Employment Plan" Bring?

Germany plans to integrate asylum seekers into the labor market more quickly, but experts caution that the impact may be minimal, particularly if integration courses are cut.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Unemployment in January Standardly Up, But Employment Activity Data for Poles is Good

Poland's unemployment rate rose to 6% in January, consistent with seasonal trends, while data on occupational activity indicates positive employment dynamics.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

More Young People Expected to Be Involved in Student Employment This Summer

Latvia's NVA calls on employers to offer summer jobs for students, anticipating increased participation compared to previous years.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Papastratos: Initiative to Empower and Prepare Gen Z for the Future of Work in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Papastratos is hosting its third annual 'FutuReady' initiative to empower and prepare Generation Z for the future job market influenced by artificial intelligence.

Feb 24 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

There is a battle for some jobs, while hardly anyone applies elsewhere

The article discusses the disparity in job applications, where certain positions see intense competition while others attract very few candidates.

Feb 24 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

'I was rejected for 1,000 UK jobs so took a 2-hour flight and got one easily'

A British man relocated to a small village in Austria after being rejected from 1,000 job applications in the UK, where he found employment easily.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Classifieds from Edimilson: see job openings from February 23 to 27

The article lists several job openings available in Brazil, highlighting positions from various companies in the job market.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

INFOGRAPHIC: The proportion of employed residents in Latvia increased last year

Latvia saw an increase in the percentage of employed residents last year, reaching 64.5% according to Central Statistical Bureau data.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Stagnating Domestic Demand and Slowing Youth Employment... The Labor Market Dual Structure Solidifies Again

Recent data reveals a troubling widening of the wage gap between large and small businesses in South Korea, along with a decline in income growth for the youth, indicating a persistence of dual labor market structures.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Where would everyone want to work? A new ranking of top employers has been released

A new ranking of top employers has been published, highlighting the most desirable workplaces.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

How to Craft the Best CV

The article provides essential tips on creating an effective CV to secure job interviews in a competitive job market.

Feb 22 โ€ข 12:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Heidi Wahlberg has been looking for work for three years: 'The situation feels absolutely terrible'

Heidi Wahlberg of Imatra, Finland, has been searching for employment for three years amid the high unemployment rates in her city.

Feb 22 โ€ข 11:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Evolving K-brand Counterfeits, Even Resorting to 'Disguised Employment' Tracking

The rise of sophisticated counterfeiting methods in Korea's beauty brand market is increasingly alarming authorities and companies alike.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unemployment in Cearรก is the lowest ever recorded

Cearรก ended 2025 with the lowest unemployment rate since 2014, reaching 5% by the end of the year.

Feb 21 โ€ข 12:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Challenges of the labor market: is there a place for everyone and how EU support helps to stay in circulation

Despite a labor shortage, many seniors, disabled individuals, and youth in Latvia remain excluded from the job market.

Feb 20 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Employment: There Are Provinces with More 'Underground' Employees than Registered Ones

Various provinces in Argentina, including Tucumรกn and Santiago del Estero, now have more employees classified as 'underground' than formal workers due to a significant drop in registered employment and an increase in informality.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Danish economy continued its upswing in 2025 despite uncertainty about tariffs

The Danish job market thrived in 2025, reporting an increase in employment even in the face of tariff concerns.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Number of Open Jobs Collapsed

The number of open jobs in Finland significantly decreased in 2025, reaching the lowest level since 2016.

Feb 20 โ€ข 06:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

J. Smoriginas was outraged to become a hero of a comical scene: "You've turned me into an old fart!"

J. Smoriginas expresses his frustration over a portrayal that has turned him into a comical character, while a debate unfolds about the implications of artificial intelligence on the job market.

Feb 19 โ€ข 09:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Professor of Economics Has Five Proposals to Address the Distorted Housing Market

A Danish economics professor outlines five strategies to mitigate the disparities in the housing market where property ownership yields greater returns than traditional employment.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Here are five suggestions for how politicians can change property taxes

The article discusses the disparity in income from property ownership compared to employment and suggests five potential reforms for property taxation in Denmark.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Salary Expectations Revealed: This Is How Much Pay Estonians Job Seekers Desire

A recent survey reveals that Estonian job seekers expect an average salary of 2200 euros, which is significantly higher than their actual net salary.

Feb 18 โ€ข 06:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Integration is a mutual obligation

The article discusses the challenges of integrating refugees into the job market in Norway and advocates for a revised integration policy that emphasizes mutual obligations and support.

Feb 17 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Imperial Brands Hellas: 45 years presence in Greece โ€“ 1,000 direct and indirect employees

Imperial Brands Hellas celebrates 45 years in the Greek market, employing over 1,000 people and impacting 100,000 families.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Mertsina: The difficult labor market situation is expected to improve slightly this year

According to economist Tรตnu Mertsina, the labor market in Estonia is expected to improve slightly in 2023 after a modest recovery last year.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Labor Market: Ukrainians Find Work Faster Than Other Refugees

Ukrainian refugees in Germany are finding jobs significantly faster than previous groups of refugees, according to a new study.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

More than 70% of workers in Latvia are open to job changes, according to a survey

A new survey indicates that 72% of workers in Latvia are open to changing jobs, highlighting a significant job-seeking trend in the country.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Gloom for UK workers as incomes flatline and jobs market falters

UK workers are experiencing stagnant incomes and an increasing rate of unemployment, leading to widespread financial anxiety.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Survey: 72% of workers in Latvia are open to changing jobs

A recent survey reveals that a significant 72% of workers in Latvia are open to job changes, with 31% actively seeking new employment.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:41 UTC

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