Labor Market

CSU leader Markus Söder has called for an additional hour of work per week in an ARD broadcast to boost Germany's economic growth. He advocates for quick reforms despite upcoming state elections. Further measures include abolishing telephone sick notes and phasing out retirement at 63.

January 26, 2026 Reported by AI

The CDU's economic wing proposes abolishing the legal right to part-time work to create more full-time jobs and combat the skilled labor shortage. Critics warn, however, that this ignores the real causes and could push qualified women out of the workforce. Instead, unions and experts call for expanding childcare infrastructure.

The city of Cali recorded an unemployment rate of 8.5% in the August-October 2025 quarter, the lowest in 19 years for this period. This marks nine consecutive quarters of unemployment reduction, with 40,700 new net jobs created compared to the previous year.

November 29, 2025 Reported by AI

The proportion of domestic workers in Brazil's total workforce hit the lowest level since 2012, at 5.4% in October 2025. This decline reflects improved opportunities for women and broader economic slowdown. The figures suggest potential effects on inflation and the central bank's interest rates.

South Korea added 193,000 jobs in October, bringing the total employed to 29.04 million, but youth employment declined sharply. Manufacturing and construction sectors continued to lose positions, while hiring among older adults drove the overall gains. Officials noted ongoing challenges for young job seekers.

November 02, 2025 Reported by AI

Employment in Spain's domestic sector has dropped 8.9% over the past year, losing 52,900 jobs, while the overall labor market grows 2.6%. Experts attribute this contraction to improved labor conditions raising costs and boosting the underground economy, though the government sees a shift to higher-quality jobs. Workers highlight the grueling nature of the profession, dominated by migrant women.