Employers report caution when hiring
By Lorna Brett · 15 June 2011 · Economy
By Lorna Brett · 15 June 2011 · Economy
Australian businesses are gearing up for a hiring slowdown, with only a quarter expecting to increase staff in the next three months. But which sectors are driving this cautious approach, and what does it mean for job seekers?
Just 26% of Australian businesses expect to increase hiring in the next three months, according to the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey, which found the Retail and Manufacturing sectors are holding back the rest of the employment market.
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