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September 09, 2025

Ally, exceeding the global industry average by 24 percentage points, ManpowerGroup noted in a statement on Sept 9.

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The momentum in the transport, logistics and automotive sector is largely driven by Singapore's strategic role as a global logistics hub, said Ms Linda Teo, country manager at ManpowerGroup Singapore.

"However, it remains to be seen whether this momentum will be sustained as global trade dynamics continue to evolve."

On the overall hiring outlook, Ms Teo said many employers are choosing to maintain current staffing levels, confident that their existing teams can meet business goals while they monitor economic developments.

Coming in third in net employment outlook was communication services at 28 per cent.

Only the top three industries here by net employment outlook came in above global averages observed in their industry.

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