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Best Employers: Asia-Pacific
Which companies do people most like working for in Asia-Pacific? The FT and Statista surveyed 50,000 employees to find out. Plus: long hours in Japan; caste and corporate India; China’s robot ...World - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Chancellor set to hike employers' National Insurance to raise £20bn
Rachel Reeves is also expected to lower the threshold for when employers start paying the tax, in next week's Budget.Top stories - BBC News - October 26 -
Working people will pay the price of higher taxes for employers
Increasing the burden on companies may not affect workers’ payslips today, but it won’t be longWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
Employers Added Just 12,000 Jobs in October—but There’s a Catch
Storms and strikes are complicating the true picture of the labor market, economists say. Nonetheless, there’s still evidence of a gradual cooling.Business - Inc. - November 1 -
Switzerland’s wealth managers bank on a future in Asia
Hong Kong and Singapore are the world’s rising wealth centresWorld - Financial Times - October 16 -
BRC Asia (SGX:BEC) Will Pay A Dividend Of SGD0.06
BRC Asia Limited ( SGX:BEC ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of SGD0.06 per share on the 15th of November...Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
Ancient Cities Unearthed in Mountains of Central Asia
The discovery suggests that trade routes along the Silk Road were far more complex than previously understood.Science - The New York Times - October 23 -
FirstFT: Twin scandals hit PwC’s Asia profits
Also in today’s newsletter, the fallout from the Madison Square Garden rally and what happened to Project 2025?World - Financial Times - October 29 -
Moncler Revenue Falls on Lower Demand in Asia, Europe
The Italian fashion group said the results were hit by lower consumer confidence in several markets, as the luxury industry continues to grapple with a period of volatility.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29 -
Hidden sugars in Asia’s baby food spark concerns
The BBC takes a closer look at the products more and more parents are turning to for their children.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
US shares and Bitcoin hit record highs on Trump win
The result could have a far-reaching implications for tax and trade policy, as well as economies around the world.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
Asia will get rough end of the Trump trade
Process of pricing in rising protectionism in the auto sector has barely begunWorld - Financial Times - November 7 -
Mean reversion: has AI abolished gravity for share prices?
Despite the Magnificent Seven, US stocks are predicted to be riding for a fallWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Family of Tennessee Flood Victim Killed During Helene Sues His Employer
Johnny Peterson was one of six employees of Impact Plastics left dead or missing after the storm. Workers said they were not allowed to leave the plant in time to get to safety.Business - Inc. - October 16 -
Employers’ national insurance rise a risk for SMEs, tax experts warn
Keir Starmer refuses to rule out increase in this month’s BudgetBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
New laws force UK employers to stop harassment before it starts
Pre-emptive rules taking effect this week aim to stamp out sexual misconduct at workBusiness - Financial Times - October 21 -
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UK unions could seek bargaining rights with just 2% of workers as members
Ministers will consult on range of measures aimed at easing representationBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
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Morgan Stanley grants post-employment perks to former CEO James Gorman
Longtime executive will receive $400,000 a year and access to a car and driver as he transitions out of top roles at bankBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
As Workers Head Back to the Office, Some Employers Pay for Workplace Etiquette Tutoring
Pandemic periods of remote work weakened the professional reflexes of many employees, prompting a surge in demand for companies teaching workplace behavior.Business - Inc. - October 25 -
National insurance rise will hit lower-wage parts of UK economy hardest, study shows
Findings of IFS think-tank come as Reeves acknowledges policies could dampen pay growthBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
How will UK tax rises on private equity’s carried interest work?
Changes unveiled in Rachel Reeves’ Budget mean the performance fee will be treated as income from 2026Business - Financial Times - October 31 -
Election Uncertainty Makes Some Employers Wary of Adding Jobs
Some employers say they have been wary to expand until the outcome of the presidential election is known.Business - The New York Times - November 1 -
US employers seek to defuse election conflict with warnings to staff
Business leaders have told employees to remain civil to avoid ‘war of words’ in officeWorld - Financial Times - November 5 -
Treasury should have told us about overspend by law, says OBR
Richard Hughes, chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility, says officials have questions to answer as to why details of an overspend were not shared.Top stories - BBC News - November 5 -
Employers eye staff pension schemes to cut national insurance bills
More companies intend to use salary sacrifice arrangements to offset Budget tax risesWorld - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
Flying Into Storms Improves Forecasts, but It Is Rare in Asia’s Typhoon Alley
While observational flights have improved forecasts for many storms in the Americas, such flights have been far fewer for storms that have hit Asia.World - The New York Times - October 16 -
Indian investors give short shrift to Asia’s biggest IPO of 2024
Retail share buyers largely shun $3.3bn listing of Korean carmaker Hyundai’s Indian unit as auto industry sales coolWorld - Financial Times - October 21 -
Japan Election: Asia’s Most Stable Democracy Is Sent Into Chaos
Deep-seated grievance among Japanese voters has put the Liberal Democrats, longstanding custodians of the status quo, on notice.World - The New York Times - October 28 -
PwC profits fall in Asia after scandals in China and Australia
Big Four firm reports slower global growth as regional woes compound consulting industry slowdownBusiness - Financial Times - October 29 -
Asia has ‘enormous’ shortfall of funds to adapt to climate change, warns ADB
Development bank report says region still needs hundreds of billions of dollars for action to tackle impact of global warmingWorld - Financial Times - October 31 -
EstéeLauder Shares Plunge 21% After It Slashes Dividend
The cosmetics giant withdrew its outlook for the current year after reporting another quarter of falling sales.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31 -
Asia review – another David Attenborough masterclass in beautiful TV
The national treasure is back with a witty, warm televisual wonder, this time exploring the most populous and stunningly biodiverse continent. But where is the urgency about the climate crisis?. ...World - The Guardian - November 3 -
Japan Wins First Ever IIHF Asia Women's Championships
Japan dominated the competition going undefeated, without allowing a goal, at the first ever Asia Women's Championships in Beijing.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 5
