YAHOO POLL: Are $7.3k jobs in Singapore too good to be true?
The Ministry of Manpower's (MOM) Q1 2025 report highlights strong demand, with PMET roles dominating sectors like IT, finance and healthcare. Yet, hiring dipped to 1.8 per cent, and resignation fell to 1.2 per cent.
Economists warn this 'low hiring, low quitting' trend could signal caution among employers and workers, mirroring patterns seen before past downturns.
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Some Yahoo Singapore Facebook users are skeptical about the accessibility of these high-paying roles, while others shared their struggles finding jobs.
What's do you think? Are $7.3k PMET jobs a reality, or just hype?
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