Hiring outlook dips: Net employment for Q4 down 7 points from last quarter; still retains second-strongest global outlook

Indian employers are expected to slightly reduce hiring in the upcoming quarter, although recruitment sentiment remains significantly stronger than last year. The net employment outlook stands at 40%, driven by expansion plans and demand for tech skills. Despite talent shortages and automation impacting staffing, India maintains a strong global hiring outlook, particularly in energy, finance, and IT sectors.

Hiring outlook dips: Net employment for Q4 down 7 points from last quarter; still retains second-strongest global outlook
Indian employers are expected to slightly reduce hiring in the upcoming quarter, although recruitment sentiment remains significantly stronger than last year. The net employment outlook stands at 40%, driven by expansion plans and demand for tech skills. Despite talent shortages and automation impacting staffing, India maintains a strong global hiring outlook, particularly in energy, finance, and IT sectors.