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…
Category: Jobs
Jobs
Malaysia Labour Market Faces Stronger Headwinds in 2H26
Malaysia’s labour market remained resilient in June, but softer hiring momentum and rising job losses point to stronger headwinds in 2H26.
United States
Global Markets Rise as US Job Loss Spurs Fed Pause Hopes
US job losses lift markets as traders expect Fed pause; Middle East tensions keep oil prices high, pressuring global economy.
Jobs
US Job Growth Slows Sharply as June Payrolls Miss Forecasts
US job creation slowed significantly in June as payroll growth missed forecasts, while unemployment eased to 4.2%, keeping the Federal Reserve on course for…
Workplace
Malaysia Faces Talent Mismatch as Hiring Becomes More Selective
Malaysia's job market faces a "talent paradox," with employers struggling to find suitable candidates despite many job seekers, highlighting skill mismatches.
Workplace
MEF Highlights Labour Weakness
Malaysia's Migrant Repatriation Programme 2.0 extended to May 2027; industry groups call for policy clarity and faster foreign worker approvals.
Jobs
REHDA Launches RIYI 2026 Mentorship to Boost Graduate Workforce Readiness
REHDA launches RIYI mentorship linking students with industry leaders to improve employability and address graduate underemployment challenges nationwide.
Workplace
Bestinet defends FWCMS: System successfully dismantled foreign worker cartels
Bestinet defends FWCMS against allegations, highlighting its role in combating exploitation and improving foreign worker management in Malaysia.
Business News
Palm Garden Hotel Putrajaya Appoints Marshall Chai as General Manager
Marshall Chai brings over 14 years of hospitality experience to lead Palm Garden Hotel Putrajaya into its next chapter.
Business News
70% of Malaysians are happy at work, but stress, burnout tell a different story
Despite 70% of Malaysians feeling happy at work, stress and burnout persist, indicating a need for supportive workplace improvements.
Jobs
Remote Recruiter Earns $280,000 by Juggling Three Jobs Before Layoffs End Strategy
US recruiter earned $280,000 juggling three remote jobs from 2022 before layoffs hit, later facing unemployment and pivoting careers for stability in insurance sector.
Workplace
Tech Industry Faces “Low Fire, Low Hire” as Layoffs Continue
Tech layoffs continue in 2026, with 40,000 jobs cut as firms pivot to AI, streamline operations, and correct pandemic over-hiring.
Workplace
Disney to Cut 1,000 Jobs in Latest Restructuring Drive
Disney plans to lay off 1,000 employees as part of Project Imagine, focusing on cost reduction and marketing unification.
Business News
US Jobs Surge to 15-Month High, Fed Holds Cautious Amid Iran War
The U.S. labor market rebounded in March with nonfarm payrolls rising +178K, the strongest gain since Dec-24.
Tech
Oracle Lays Off Thousands Amid AI Push
Oracle is laying off thousands of employees globally to restructure and invest in AI, while restructuring costs may reach $2.1 billion.
Workplace
Unemployment Rate Holds at 2.9% in Jan-26
Malaysia’s unemployment rate remained steady at 2.9% in January 2026, despite a decrease in job vacancies, particularly in the services sector.