labour market

Economy

Survey: Half of Germany's top earners consider emigrating

Within a year, more than 288,000 Germans have moved abroad. A recent survey suggests many highly skilled professionals are eyeing a move – and most do not expect to return soon.

19 July 2026

Economy

The skills employers value most in the AI era may surprise you

As AI takes on more routine tasks, employers are placing a higher premium on judgment, creativity and leadership, according to a new PwC report.

16 June 2026

Economy

Why labour taxes in Germany and France are far higher than in the UK?

Across Europe, the share of labour costs taken in tax and social contributions varies sharply. The UK is among the lowest, but the headline figure masks wider differences in how work is taxed across the continent.

30 April 2026

World News

Shocking figures: Every fifth young German wants to emigrate

No future in Germany? Jobs, housing, finances - 20% of young Germans hope for better living conditions abroad. According to a recent study, 41% of 14 to 29-year-old Germans are even interested in emigrating in the long term.

26 March 2026

Travel News

All flights cancelled on Wednesday: Strike at Berlin Airport

No aircraft will take off or land at Berlin Airport on Wednesday, as the Verdi union has called on employees to go on strike. All 445 planned flights will have to be cancelled, affecting 57,000 passengers, according to BER management.

17 March 2026

The Big Question

The rise of the 'founder': Why is everyone a CEO now?

As hiring slows across Europe, record numbers of professionals are rebranding themselves as a ‘Founder’ on LinkedIn. New data reveals a sharp rise in entrepreneurial titles — but is it ambition or necessity driving the trend?

9 March 2026

World News

‘We can’t afford it’: EU workers leave Germany despite labour shortage

Despite high immigration, Germany struggles to retain many EU migrants beyond their first few years in the country, even as they play a key role in the labour market. A new study examines why many ultimately choose to move on.

4 March 2026

Business

Which UK jobs have been growing the most since the pandemic?

Job postings by profession are changing, reflecting shifts in labour demand in the UK. Euronews Business takes a closer look at what employers are looking for.

26 January 2026

Europe in Motion

Which EU countries are moving the most jobs abroad?

Moving jobs abroad saves money but also means losing tens of thousands of domestic positions. Which countries have the highest imbalance?

8 January 2026

Business

What is so unusual about UK job postings since the pandemic?

January is a popular time for career moves, but those searching for a job in the UK may find it trickier that their peers elsewhere in Europe.

19 December 2025

Economy

Remote and hybrid work can boost employment, says UK parliament report

Parents, carers, and people with disabilities stand to benefit most from more flexible work options, according to a new UK parliament report, as unemployment is rising in the UK.

26 November 2025

Economy

Youth politics could help nations confront the economic hit of ageing

AI adoption alone is insufficient to offset the economic hit of ageing populations, says a new EBRD report.

25 November 2025

Business

In-demand skills at work: How to survive the job market overhaul

Fewer than half of employers see AI and big data handling as a core skill today, but that's soon about to change — according to the Future of Jobs Report.

21 November 2025

Economy

Uncertainties over economy threaten Federal Reserve interest rate cut

A December rate cut is far from certain as inflation continues to run above the Fed's target. At the same time, risks to the US job market remain.

19 November 2025

Economy

Migration tide turns as rich countries see slowdown and shifting flows

OECD nations saw a sharp drop in work-related migration after several years of rapid growth as rich nations scrambled to fill labour shortages.

3 November 2025

Business

Company birth and death rates across Europe: Where are firms thriving?

Running a business is an occupation full of risks and rewards, and some European countries are riskier than others for entrepreneurs.

1 November 2025