1. Global Hiring Sentiment – Q4 2025
1.1 45% of global employers plan to maintain their workforce — the highest since early 2022.
1.2 38% of employers expect to add staff.
1.3 15% anticipate reductions, reflecting economic caution.
1.4 The Net Employment Outlook (NEO) stands at 23%, down:
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1 point from Q3 2025
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2 points year-over-year
2. Drivers of Hiring Intentions
2.1 Business Expansion is the biggest reason for hiring (39%).
2.2 Technology & Digital Skills are a major focus:
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24% of hiring linked to technological advancement
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By region: India (36%), China (33%), US (27%), UK (27%)
2.3 Employers are adopting a selective hiring strategy, prioritizing specialized skills over mass hiring.
3. CEO Insights
3.1 Jonas Prising, ManpowerGroup CEO, emphasizes:
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Employers are holding skilled workers despite slower hiring.
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The focus is on resilience, adaptability, and targeted hiring.
4. Global Talent Challenges
4.1 46% of employers face difficulty attracting qualified candidates.
4.2 Talent shortage is easing slightly:
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77% in 2023 → 74% in 2025
4.3 Retention Strategies: -
39% of employers cite work-life balance as the most effective solution.
5. Workforce Reductions
5.1 33% of staff reductions are due to economic uncertainty.
5.2 Positive shift: Economic concerns fell from 35% (Q2 2025) → 33% (Q4 2025).
6. Sector-Wise Hiring Trends (Q4 2025)
6.1 High Hiring Sectors:
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Information Technology: 36%
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Financials & Real Estate: 29%
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Transport, Logistics & Automotive: 24%
6.2 Cautious Sectors: -
Communication Services: 19%
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Consumer Goods & Services: 20%
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Energy & Utilities: 20%
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Healthcare & Life Sciences: 20%
6.3 Mid-sized firms (+29%) show the strongest hiring confidence.
7. Regional Hiring Outlook – Q4 2025
7.1 Asia-Pacific (APAC)
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Outlook: 30% (Strongest globally)
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Year-over-year growth: +4 points
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India: 40% (2nd highest globally)
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China: 34%
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Hong Kong: 6% (most cautious)
7.2 The Americas
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Outlook: 25% (2nd strongest globally)
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Brazil: 36%
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Costa Rica: 35%
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USA: 28%
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Argentina: 5% (weakest globally)
7.3 Europe & Middle East (EMEA)
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Outlook: 18% (lowest globally)
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UAE: 45% (regional leader)
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Ireland: 29%
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Netherlands: 28%
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UK: 11%, France: 13%
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Hungary: 8%, Romania: 9%
8. About the Survey
8.1 ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey – 62nd year.
8.2 Covers 40,000+ employers across 42 countries.
8.3 Methodology:
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Conducted between July 1–31, 2025
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Standardized by size & sector for comparability
9. About ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN)
9.1 A global workforce solutions leader operating in 70+ countries.
9.2 Brands: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions.
9.3 Provides millions of sustainable jobs annually.
9.4 Recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies (16th time, 2025).
Disclaimer:
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