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2026 Job Market Faces Headwinds as Growth Slows to 0.5% Amid AI and Tariffs

New Hampshire economist Brian Gottlob warns job growth could drop to 0.5% in 2026, down from 1%, as AI adoption, tariffs, and low consumer confidence create challenging conditions for job seekers.

January 19, 2026Read Article

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Microsoft Hiring Senior Energy Managers for Asia Datacenter Expansion

Microsoft seeks three Senior Energy Program Managers in Australia and Singapore to manage datacenter power demands, sustainability strategies, and energy purchase agreements for AI and cloud expansion.

January 19, 2026Read Article

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Employers Adopt Cautious Hiring Strategy for 2026 Amid AI Uncertainty

Employers approach 2026 hiring cautiously with 5% unemployment and 1.5% GDP growth. AI adoption creates uncertainty as companies navigate skills gaps and workforce strategy

January 16, 2026Read Article

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Citigroup Plans More Layoffs as 20,000 Job Cut Strategy Continues

Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser signals additional job cuts as bank pursues plan to eliminate 20,000 positions by 2026, reducing workforce to 180,000 despite 66% share surge

January 16, 2026Read Article

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FEMA Plans Major Workforce Cuts Amid Disaster Recovery Challenges

FEMA proposes eliminating 50% of workforce by not renewing thousands of contract worker positions despite ongoing disaster recovery operations. Legal challenges likely over capacity concerns.

January 16, 2026Read Article

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Jobless Claims Drop to 198K as Labor Market Shows Mixed Signals

Unexpected drop in jobless claims to 198,000 contrasts with weak 50,000 December job gains and 4.4% unemployment. Low layoffs meet sluggish hiring in puzzling labor market.

January 16, 2026Read Article

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UK and ANZ Hiring Surges 15% While European Markets Decline 8%

Robert Walters reports 15% UK job vacancy growth and strong ANZ hiring for 2026, contrasting with 8% European decline. Geographic disparities reshape global recruitment landscape.

January 15, 2026Read Article

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Ericsson Cuts 1,600 Swedish Jobs in Global Efficiency Drive

Ericsson plans 1,600 job cuts in Sweden as part of global cost-efficiency strategy. Union negotiations underway as telecom giant restructures for programmable networks.

January 15, 2026Read Article

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H-1B Visa Delays Trap Indian Workers Creating Job Security Crisis

Visa stamping backlogs strand Indian H-1B workers abroad, risking job loss and creating compliance headaches. Companies face tough choices on remote work and employment continuity.

January 15, 2026Read Article

AI Skills Now Essential as Employers Face Worker Shortage Crisis

With 3.6% unemployment and severe skill gaps, employers demand AI proficiency across all sectors. Upskilling becomes critical as automation replaces unskilled roles nationwide.

January 15, 2026Read Article

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Defense Firm Layoffs Impact 57 Employees at WPAFB

Defense contractor eliminates 57 technical and engineering positions at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base after losing major contract. Layoffs affect experienced professionals across tech roles.

January 15, 2026Read Article

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Seoul Bus Strike Ends With 2.9% Pay Raise After Transit Chaos

Seoul bus drivers end historic strike after securing 2.9% pay raise and retirement age increase to 65 by 2027. Emergency transit measures conclude as service resumes.

January 15, 2026Read Article

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