Hiring challenges to persist in 2026

AI Fails to Close Skills Gaps as Nine in 10 Employers Expect Hiring Challenges...

Nine in 10 employers anticipate hiring challenges to persist this year, with skills shortages and technology-driven change topping the list of concerns.
More than 60% of Chinese onshore listed companies plan to maintain or increase investments in climate action and emissions reduction initiatives, according to a new white paper.

Majority of Listed Chinese Companies Maintain or Increase Climate Action Spending

More than 60% of Chinese onshore listed companies plan to maintain or increase investments in climate action and emissions reduction initiatives, according to a new white paper.
New research shows that the true cost of gender pay inequality is likely to be far greater than many professionals realise.

Failing to Level the Playing Field for Women Pursuing Leadership Roles is a Business...

Corporate commitment to women’s advancement is declining, career support is becoming more uneven and women are now less interested than men in being promoted or pursuing leadership roles, reveals new research.
retirement

Half of US Workers Believe They’ll Need $1M+ to Retire, Survey Shows

Nearly half of US workers now believe they will need at least $1 million to retire comfortably, yet only 27% think they will actually get there, according to new research.
disability inclusion

Half of Disabled Employees Say Disability Makes it Harder to Keep or Progress in...

Almost half of people with disabilities in the UK say their disability or health condition makes it harder to hold down a job or progress at work, according to new research.
Women in leadership

Women CEOs Face Disproportionate Pressure as Shareholder Activism Surges

Shareholder activists are increasingly targeting chief executives and women CEOs are paying a disproportionate price, reveals a new study.
disability inclusion

1/3 of Customers With Disabilities Experience Difficulty Accessing Basic Products & Services

Nearly a third of UK customers with disabilities continue to face barriers accessing basic products and services, confirmed new survey findings.
A new workplace ethics survey reveals that one-third of employees fear retaliation for reporting misconduct, while many feel pressure to compromise their values.

Federal DEI Rollbacks Trigger Deep Anxiety Amongst Women and Minority Workers, Reveals Report

A new report warns that federal rollbacks of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies introduced earlier this year have sparked deep anxiety amongst women and minority civil servants.
burnout at work

More Than Half of US Workers Are Burned Out, Survey Warns

The majority of American workers say they are burned out and many report that their managers are doing little or nothing to help, according to new research.
layoffs

1/3 of Companies Plan to Lay Off Employees During the Holiday Season, Confirms Survey

Nearly a third of America's companies plan to lay off employees before the end of the year, even though the timing can be avoided.
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