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International

US weekly jobless claims rise marginally amid low layoffs

2026-10-15T13:35:48.000Z
The cuts which hit the unit overseeing the main e-commerce site coincide with one of Amazon’s biggest shopping days, which it calls Prime Big Deal Days.
Companies & Markets

Amazon’s fresh job cuts hit retail division; under 1,000 white collar staff affected, source says

2026-10-08T03:15:16.000Z
The Kroll representatives do not expect further outlet closures in Singapore.
Singapore

Crystal Jade closes four more outlets, cuts 120 jobs ahead of proposed sale

2026-10-07T12:52:43.000Z
HSBC is currently in a consultation period on the proposed changes.
Banking & Finance

HSBC plans job cuts across UK wealth business in AI push: report

2026-10-07T09:04:48.000Z
Among retrenched PMETs who have found work again, about six in 10 earn more than before their retrenchment at both the 12 and 24-month marks.
Economy & Policy

Retrenched PMETs who return on lower pay see median 25% wage cut

2026-10-06T05:15:58.000Z
Singapore’s next labour market challenge may not be simply about creating enough jobs, but also helping workers move successfully into them.
Opinion & Features
THINKING ALOUD

Singapore has jobs, but can retrenched workers get them?

2026-09-23T23:00:00.000Z
The possibility that a split between business outcomes and employment conditions is emerging among economic outperformers raises a red flag.
Economy & Policy
NEWS ANALYSIS

When growth sectors shed workers, it’s time to mind the gap

2026-09-22T11:17:15.000Z
The firm said it “periodically reviews its organisational structure” to ensure it remains aligned with its strategic priorities and long-term business needs.
Companies & Markets

CapitaLand Investment retrenches 90 Singapore staff in 2026 as part of restructuring

2026-09-03T06:22:47.000Z
(From right) Desmond Tan and host Claressa Monteiro.
Podcasts

NTUC’s Deputy Secretary-General Desmond Tan on jobs, AI and layoffs

2026-08-05T21:00:00.000Z
FalconX is the latest cryptocurrency company to trim its workforce, as the industry faces a prolonged bear market, mounting cost pressures and advancements in AI. 
Companies & Markets

FalconX cuts 10% of workforce amid crypto downturn; half of Singapore staff laid off: sources

2026-08-04T01:54:16.000Z
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