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Job growth in the Netherlands is set to slow over the next two years, but staff shortages remain across all regions and sectors. With record-high participation, employers face persistent challenges filling vacancies, UWV’s latest report finds.
Tech stocks declined today following renewed warnings over an “AI bubble.” Recent layoff announcements from Amazon, UPS, and Target have prompted discussion about how AI, automation, and economic pressures are shaping corporate decisions.
New data shows that software now manages work and tracks performance in almost every sector.
Microsoft, Novo Nordisk, and Recruit Holdings were among major employers cutting thousands of jobs between July and September 2025. Technology, energy, pharma, and aviation all saw significant layoffs as companies tightened operations and refocused on automation.
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Tech stocks declined today following renewed warnings over an “AI bubble.” Recent layoff announcements from Amazon, UPS, and Target have prompted discussion about how AI, automation, and economic pressures are shaping corporate decisions.
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