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Falling Rents Prompt Cautious Approach to Canadian Apartment REITs

Scotiabank analyst Mario Saric advises patience in the apartment REIT market due to falling rents, expecting positive rent growth is needed for improved trading multiples; his top picks for 2025 are IIP and CAR.

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US Housing Market: Uncertain Future Amid Record Mortgage Payments

Record-high mortgage payments in 2024, coupled with low housing inventory and persistent buyer demand, fueled home price increases despite fluctuating interest rates; future price trends remain uncertain but will depend on economic conditions and interest rates.

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Global Job Seekers Prioritize Work-Life Balance, Canada Tops Relocation List

Jobseeker's report reveals 800 million people worldwide seek overseas jobs, with Canada ranking first for desired relocation, followed by Australia and a tie between the U.S. and Switzerland; factors include work-life balance, remote work opportunities, and strong job markets.

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Overcoming Workplace Polarization: Evidence-Based Strategies for Improved Collaboration

Juliana Tafur, program director at UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center, outlines evidence-based strategies to overcome workplace polarization by focusing on individual traits, identifying shared goals, using moral reframing, and practicing deep listening to improve collaboration and productivi...

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"NYC E-Bike Battery Swapping Program Reduces Fires, Improves Safety"

"New York City's initiative to combat e-bike battery fires, which caused 18 deaths and 150 injuries in 2023, involves a successful pilot program using battery-swapping stations, resulting in 12,000 swaps and zero reported fires at stations in six months, prompting expansion."

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Labour's Budget Triggers Hiring Freeze, Economic Uncertainty

Labour's £25 billion employer national insurance hike has prompted businesses to freeze hiring, causing economic stagnation and impacting household confidence, particularly in the housing market where rising mortgage rates add further strain.

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German Public Service Underrepresentation of Immigrants

In 2023, only 11% of people with an immigration history in Germany worked in public service, compared to 20% of those without; however, this varied across generations, with second-generation immigrants having a higher representation (14%) than first-generation immigrants (10%).

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U.S. Hospital Healthcare Worker Turnover Plummets

Aon's survey of 1,500+ U.S. hospitals shows that healthcare worker turnover is significantly decreasing, with only 7% reporting increased nurse turnover in 2024 compared to 62% in 2023, largely due to increased pay and benefits.

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German Strike Pay Remains Tax-Exempt

In Germany, striking employees don't receive wages but may get tax-exempt strike pay from unions, a policy unchanged since a 1990 Federal Fiscal Court ruling. This pay is not considered work compensation, unlike other benefits.

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Outdated Career Paths: Why a New Approach to Career Management Is Crucial

Gallup research shows only 20% of employees strongly like their daily work, and 15% see clear advancement; this significantly impacts overall well-being, highlighting the need for a new approach to career management.

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Edinburgh Airport Fuel Tanker Strike Announced

Fuel tanker drivers at Edinburgh Airport, members of the Unite union, will strike for 19 days from December 18 to January 6 due to a rejected 4.5% pay increase offer; this may disrupt long-haul flights and some LoganAir services.

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Economic Volatility Delays Australian Retirements

Rising inflation and cost of living are causing many Australians nearing retirement to delay their plans by an average of six years, impacting their financial security and highlighting the need for adaptable retirement strategies, according to recent research.

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