Tag #Labour Market

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Teleperformance Greece Accused of Mass Union Dismissals and Employee Exploitation

Teleperformance Greece, a multinational call center, faces accusations of mass union dismissals, intense employee pressure, and exploitation of foreign workers; the company cites awards and legal compliance in response, while workers demand better conditions and a collective bargaining agreement.

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Maximize Year-End Reviews for Career Growth

Employees can maximize year-end reviews by self-reflecting on accomplishments, bringing evidence of impact (standout projects, positive feedback), and collaboratively setting future goals with their manager to drive career growth.

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Germany's Minimum Wage Debate: €15 Proposal Sparks Economic Concerns

Germany's 2015 minimum wage, initially €8.50, is again debated, with Chancellor Scholz pushing for a €15 increase, sparking concerns about potential job losses despite past success in reducing low-wage employment and income inequality.

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Reduced Inequality
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US Economy Poised for Continued Growth in 2025

The US economy is poised for continued growth in 2025, driven by a strong labor market, solid consumer spending, and anticipated interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, despite existing inflation and geopolitical risks.

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2024 Mortgage Rate Fluctuations and 2025 Refinancing Outlook

The average 30-year mortgage rate fluctuated between 6.07% and 7.22% in 2024, closing at 6.60%, with anticipated future decreases; however, refinancing's viability depends on individual circumstances, including credit score, home equity, and planned residency duration.

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44% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Russia's "Kadry" Project: Successful Job Subsidy Pilot in Khabarovsk Krai

Russia's 2025 "Kadry" national project includes a job placement subsidy program successfully piloted in Khabarovsk Krai since 2021, resulting in 369 young professionals employed this year and 1,400 since 2021, with employers receiving compensation averaging over 53,000 rubles per employee.

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German Care Home Averts Closure After Colombian Caregivers Win Reprieve

Ten Colombian caregivers at a German dementia care home, initially facing deportation after their asylum applications were rejected, received temporary permission to stay following a public petition and political intervention, exposing the conflict between Germany's need for workers and its immigrat...

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VW-IG Metall Compromise Averts Layoffs, But at a Steep Price

Volkswagen and IG Metall reached a hard-fought compromise on wage negotiations, averting job cuts but requiring €1.5 billion in annual employee contributions and a 10% management pay cut for two years. The deal follows intense pressure from the Porsche and Piëch families, owners of Volkswagen.

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Russian Mortgage Market Collapses Amidst High Interest Rates and Stricter Lending

The end of a popular subsidized mortgage program in Russia, coupled with stricter family and IT mortgage terms and record-high interest rates, caused a significant decrease in mortgage issuance and home sales in 2024; high interest rates are expected to persist into 2025, further impacting the marke...

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Perth Housing Market: Record Highs and Bargains

In 2024, Perth's median house price reached a record $882,075, yet some homes sold for under $300,000, mostly older properties in outer suburbs, while coastal areas like Marmion saw prices surge over 140 percent in five years, reaching over $2 million.

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44% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Challenges Loom for American Job Market, Underscoring Need for Family Support

The American job market, strong after recent growth, is expected to face challenges due to potential administrative changes and rapid shifts, making family support crucial for job seekers facing a potentially prolonged search, averaging 23.2 weeks.

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Volkswagen Averts Plant Closures in Restructuring Deal

Volkswagen and its worker representatives reached a compromise to restructure the company, involving the reduction of over 35,000 jobs and a 25% cut in production capacity, while avoiding plant closures and extending job security until 2030, saving over €15 billion annually.

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