Workplace
Malaysia Labour Market Remains Resilient Amid Cost Pressures
Malaysia's labour market stayed stable with low unemployment, though rising business costs and job losses warrant monitoring.
Category: Jobs
World Business News
Qantas to Cut 850 Jobs in AI-Driven Accenture Deal
Qantas will cut 850 corporate jobs under a multi-year Accenture outsourcing partnership, citing rapid AI-driven change, with work moving mostly to India.
World Business News
Hassett Says US Labour Demand Skyrocketing After Jobs Beat
White House adviser Kevin Hassett says US hiring is surging and does not expect strong jobs data to force Fed rate hikes.
World Business News
US Adds 165,000 Jobs in October, Beating Forecasts
US payrolls rose 165,000 in October, beating forecasts, as unemployment fell to 4.1% and markets lifted bets on a Fed hike.
World Business News
American Express to Cut About 5% of Workforce, Raises 2026 Profit Forecast as Adjusted EPS Rises 13%
American Express will cut about 5% of its global workforce with a US$336 million restructuring charge, while raising its 2026 EPS forecast to US$18.30-US$18.60…
Business News
KRI: Malaysians’ Wellbeing Improves but Income Gaps Persist
Khazanah Research Institute says Malaysians remain happy as wages recover past pre-pandemic levels, but rising costs have left the poorest households with barely any…
Business News
UK Labour Market Shows Resilience
The UK's labour market improved in August, with unemployment down to 4.7% and employment rising, supporting a potential BoE rate hike.
Workplace
The Talents Malaysia Wants to Bring Home — and the Talents It May Already Have
Malaysia seeks to repatriate talent abroad but must also optimize the skills of its existing foreign spouses to enhance economic contributions.
World Business News
Will Fed pause rate hikes?
Weak U.S. jobs data lifts Fed pause hopes; Wall Street rallies while Europe gains and Asian markets trade mixed.
Workplace
Weak U.S. Jobs Data Lifts Fed Pause Hopes
FBM KLCI slightly rose 0.03%, led by technology and telecommunications; cautious market outlook remains due to economic pressures.
Byline
What Makes a Workplace Worth Growing With?
Job security is important but not enough; organizations must support employee growth, adaptability, and well-being to retain talent amid changing circumstances.
Artificial Intelligence
Survey Highlights University-Industry Gap as AI Reshapes Jobs
Survey shows mismatch between student and employer expectations; RIYI urges stronger university‑industry collaboration as AI reshapes skills under RMK13.
Byline
Malaysia Needs a “Good Jobs” Vision for the Next Generation
A Good Jobs Strategy for Malaysia, argues that economic and productivity growth do not automatically translate into better compensation for the new generation
Jobs
Malaysia Labour Market Holds Steady Despite Rising Unemployment
Malaysia’s jobless rate steady at 3.0% in July; hiring resilient but cost pressures and global risks pose challenges ahead.
Byline
Job demand and candidate skills show growing mismatch
Retail and consumer roles remain in stronger demand than candidate supply, while job demand shows missmatch
Economy
Budget 2027 Must Measure What Matters to Malaysian Households
The Pre-Budget Statement 2027 identifies many of the right priorities, from easing cost-of-living pressures to creating better jobs and building a more productive and…