More contract hiring, higher foreign labour costs: The trends shaping Singapore’s manpower landscape in 2026

31/12/2025 3 Views

Gloomier hiring sentiment persists despite economy ending year on better-than-expected note

[SINGAPORE] A rise in contract or project-based roles is among several trends expected to shape the labour market in 2026, as hiring sentiment cools sharply in the uncertain economic climate, said watchers.

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