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Europe in Motion

Where in Europe do students work the most alongside their studies?

Working while studying is not the norm for most employees in the EU. However, financial necessity and career ambition may motivate some to do so.

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.

Business

Tech workers poached by rival countries as race for talent intensifies

More than one in three STEM professionals are approached by rival companies about overseas roles, according to a global survey by SThree. Better quality of life and higher pay are the main reasons they consider relocating.

Europe in Motion

Where are the best and worst places to hire in Europe in 2026?

Denmark, Switzerland and Ireland set the pace as some of the most attractive places to hire in Europe, thanks to strong skill ecosystems, high productivity, and trusted institutions.

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Economy

Bank of mum and dad: Did the UK housing boom lock in privilege?

A new report shows the housing boom made parental property wealth a decisive gatekeeper to opportunity, high-end renting, and owning for younger generations.

Economy

UK productivity puzzle: Zombie firms fail, but jobs remain scarce

Inefficient firms in the UK are failing, hit by the cost of living crisis. If productive businesses manage to take their place, they could provide a much-needed boost to growth.

Economy

Part-time employment: Which countries have the highest rates and why?

The world of work is constantly evolving, and so are employee habits. Part-time employment rates fluctuate dramatically across Europe, so how do countries stack up?

Climate

‘Risk to the workforce’: Why climate change is coming for your job

More than one billion workers are exposed to high heat episodes - with almost a third experiencing negative health effects.

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.

Business

What to expect from US jobs report after lengthy data blackout?

Economists are predicting that 50,000 employees were hired in September, a slow improvement from August. The jobs report will be the final complete monthly update before the Fed's interest rate decision in December.

Europe in Motion

How much do employers involve workers in designing new AI workflows?

Worldwide, Canadian businesses are at the forefront of designing new AI workflows including their workers. Which countries lead the way in Europe?

Europe in Motion

Worker pay satisfaction: The highest ranking sectors in Europe

Is the Netherlands an employee haven? Are construction workers better off than most others? What's the uncomfortable truth about worker pay in Finland? A new survey reveals where workers are happiest with their pay.

Economy

Searches for UK seasonal jobs peak ahead of Christmas period

With Halloween just around the corner, it is far too early for many to think about sleigh bells and Christmas cheer. Jobseekers, however, remain an exception to the trend, with the search for seasonal work well underway.

Europe in Motion

Job growth: Which European regions are rising fastest?

Is southern Europe bridging the employment gap with the north? Greek, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian regions are showing significant job rate growth.

Economy

Employment of recent university graduates: European countries compared

Euronews Business takes a closer look at the employment rates of recent higher education graduates, including the gender gap.

Economy

BCC: UK should subsidise pay to tackle young worker sickness plight

The UK must tackle long-term sickness if it wants to bolster its workforce and grow the economy, said the British Chamber of Commerce.

Economy

What to know about the H-1B visa Trump has targeted with $100,000 fees

At least 60% of the H-1B visas approved since 2012 have been for computer-related jobs, according to the Pew Research Center. But hospitals, banks, universities and a wide range of other employers can and do apply for H-1B visas.

Economy

Which countries in Europe face the greatest labour market slack?

The definition of unemployment is restrictive, excluding many people who are not in work. Labour market slack, by capturing additional groups of people without jobs, provides a more comprehensive picture than unemployment alone.

Europe in Motion

Where in Europe is working long hours most common?

The share of people working 49 hours or more every week has dropped in the past decade. However, the EU-wide figure hides striking discrepancies.

Economy

Which European countries have the most job vacancies?

There are over 1 million vacant jobs in Germany, 750,000 in the UK, and 500,000 in France. Euronews Business takes a closer look at job vacancy rates and numbers across Europe.