AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoItalian Jobs & Economy: Italy’s April employment rate hit a record 63.1% (Istat), with the jobless rate edging down to 5.1% and about 123,000 jobs created, while inflation climbed to a 32-month high and Bank of Italy warned growth momentum is easing. Workplace Transparency: Pay transparency is set to take effect across the EU, with HR teams needing to prepare for new expectations around pay disclosure. EU Migration Policy: The EU has provisionally agreed tougher deportation rules and “return centres” outside the bloc, but Spain is expected to keep opposing the plan—highlighting how policy shifts can reshape labor markets and compliance burdens. Hiring & Skills Pipeline: Merck’s Curiosity Cube™ brought hands-on STEM activities to students in Pretoria, spotlighting how employer-led programs can feed future science talent. Sports-to-Law Career Path: A pro rugby player turned coach has been called to the bar after a law degree, showing a clear second-career route beyond the pitch. Business & Growth: Lactalis has agreed to buy Protein Works, signaling continued consolidation in nutrition and consumer health.
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