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#748: 3 in 5 Employers Planning Hiring Freeze in 2026 & Dad Slams CCTV of Son Allegedly Stealing

Dec 3, 2025
A recent survey reveals that nearly three in five employers are gearing up for a hiring freeze in 2026, with concerns over wage growth and market stability. Meanwhile, a shop in Haji Lane captures controversy as CCTV footage of a minor allegedly stealing a camera prompts a father to demand its removal. The hosts also dive into the complexities of retail theft and the challenges facing shop owners in protecting their businesses amidst rising concerns.
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INSIGHT

Hiring Freeze Outlook For 2026

  • A SNEF survey found 58% of employers plan a 2026 headcount freeze and many will moderate wages.
  • Smaller firms are likelier to freeze hiring, while lower-wage increases may still follow National Wage Council guidance.
INSIGHT

Flexible Work Incentive Is Waning

  • Employers' enthusiasm for flexible work fell from about 50% to 30% as a talent incentive.
  • That shift suggests firms are reverting to more on-site norms to manage manpower challenges.
ADVICE

Pause Big Career Moves Now

  • Treat the SNEF survey as a warning to pause high-risk career moves like immediate resignations.
  • Reconsider timing for job changes, especially if you planned to resign after year-end bonuses.
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