across all Eastern Europe have been on an increasing trend from the beginning of 2009 and there are no strong signs of healthy recovery.
According to most recent data from Eurostat, Latvia registers the highest unemployment rate in European Union, with nearly 21% of its active population* currently being in search of a job. Latvia is [...]
The number of people out of work fell in September, delivering unexpected good news for the economy.
Official figures show that unemployment stood at 2.461 million in September – down 4,000 on the 2.465 million reported for August.
But the figure rose by 30,000 from July to September, compared to the three months from April to June, [...]
Reed Global has released their findings after much research into the Hong Kong labour market. The extensive guide highlights key areas of growth and decline, as well as providing an outline on salary norms within the respective industries.
The article highlights the current overall situation in Hong Kong as affected by the recent economic downturn, however [...]
Fast food chain KFC has confirmed plans to defy the gloom by creating 9,000 jobs as consumers try to eat out for less.
The fried chicken chain is to invest up to £150m in a scheme which will see it open as many as 300 new restaurants over the next three to five years.
KFC said [...]