US jobless claims rise as labour market loses momentumJanuary 9, 2026 Increasing US benefit claims underscore a shift from tight labour conditions to a more restrictive hiring environment heading into 2026.
Job openings in America hit five-year low in NovemberJanuary 8, 2026 US job openings fell to 8.79 million in November, marking the second-lowest level in five years and highlighting a steady slowdown in national hiring.
US job market leaves thousands of college grads underemployedOctober 4, 2025 US college graduates face record underemployment as entry-level jobs drop sharply, driven by AI, automation, and shifting employer hiring practices.
Political instability and budget fears weigh on French business outlookDecember 28, 2024 French business confidence has dropped for the third straight month, hitting its lowest level since July as fiscal uncertainty and political instability impact hiring and investment.