AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoJobs Outlook: U.S. employers are expected to have added about 60,000 jobs in October, a modest gain that could keep unemployment low; the Labor Department’s report is due today. Layoffs and Support: Canva is cutting 1,271 roles but offering six months’ pay, healthcare, career support and free MacBooks. IHH Healthcare plans to cut nearly 400 jobs across Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong. Pay Transparency: The UK plans to require employers to include salary information in job adverts, while a separate proposal would require clear policies on multiple jobs. AI and Careers: In the UAE, 85% of workers surveyed said they use AI, while 67% fear it could replace jobs. Employers are also putting greater weight on practical skills and capability, not just credentials.
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