EMEA April 2025

More Than Half of U.K. Employees Anticipate Layoffs in 2025

Research from LiveCareer finds that economic uncertainty is fuelling concerns about job security and the overall health of the labour market. By Maggie Mancini LiveCareer, a career service dedicated to…

AI Remains Top Business Focus for GCC Executives

One in four companies in the region is planning to allocate over $25 million to AI development in 2025, according to research from Boston Consulting Group. By Maggie Mancini AI…

U.K. Female Managers Most Likely to Experience Gender Bias

Research from Ciphr finds one in seven female managers report feeling that their gender has made it harder for them to succeed at work. By Maggie Mancini Female employees—particularly those…

Most MENA Organisations Looking to Invest in HR Tech

Payroll processing, recruitment, and performance evaluations are the top HR functions expected to be automated throughout the region, according to research from QnA International. By Maggie Mancini More than three…

UAE Women Embrace Entrepreneurship

Female-led businesses are optimistic about growth, with 98% of owners expecting revenue to increase over the next five years. By Maggie Mancini Women in the United Arab Emirates are increasingly…

Sweden’s Economic Conditions Drag on Recruitment Sector

Revenue for companies in the country’s staffing industry fell by 17% in the final quarter of 2024. By Maggie Mancini Revenue for companies in Sweden’s staffing, recruitment, and restructuring industry…