Feb 3, 2026, 11:08 AM
(From CFO) Heading into 2026, worker outlook is more cautious than employer sentiment, reflecting ongoing financial pressure in the labor market. While 95% of employers expect business growth, only 51% of workers share that optimism, according to Randstad’s Workmonitor 2026 survey. Rising living costs continue to strain households, with 40% of workers taking on second jobs and more than a third planning to work longer hours to stay afloat. Even as dissatisfaction persists, workers are less likely to push for raises or leave roles, balancing economic uncertainty against limited alternatives. The result is a workforce that is more risk‑averse than engaged.
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