Employment news

Here are some recent employment news updates:

Job Market Trends

• The US unemployment rate fell to 3.6% in February 2023, the lowest level since 1969. (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics)
• The global job market is expected to add 72 million new jobs in 2023, driven by growth in industries such as technology, healthcare, and e-commerce. (Source: World Economic Forum)

Industry-Specific News

• Tech: Amazon is hiring 100,000 new employees in the US, with a focus on roles in customer service, software development, and logistics. (Source: Amazon)
• Healthcare: The US healthcare industry is expected to add 2.6 million new jobs by 2026, driven by an aging population and an increased focus on healthcare services. (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics)
• Finance: JPMorgan Chase is hiring 10,000 new employees in the US, with a focus on roles in banking, investment banking, and wealth management. (Source: JPMorgan Chase)

Remote Work and Flexible Work Arrangements

• Remote Work: A survey by Gallup found that 43% of employed adults in the US are working remotely at least some of the time, up from 31% in 2015. (Source: Gallup)
• Flexible Work Arrangements: A survey by Ernst & Young found that 77% of employees would prefer a flexible work arrangement, such as telecommuting or flexible hours, over a pay raise. (Source: Ernst & Young)

Skills and Training

• In-Demand Skills: A survey by LinkedIn found that the top 10 in-demand skills in the US job market are data analysis, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital marketing, e-commerce, web development, project management, and customer service. (Source: LinkedIn)
• Upskilling and Reskilling: A survey by the World Economic Forum found that 54% of employees believe that they need to upskill or reskill to remain relevant in the job market. (Source: World Economic Forum)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

• Diversity and Inclusion: A survey by Glassdoor found that 67% of employees believe that diversity and inclusion are important factors when considering a job offer. (Source: Glassdoor)
• Pay Equity: A survey by the American Association of University Women found that women in the US earn 82 cents for every dollar earned by men, on average. (Source: American Association of University Women)

I hope these updates are helpful!