Business Confidence Soars in IT despite ‘Brexit Effect’

A report, which acts as a barometer for the local jobs market indicates that although job hiring is slowing slightly, the IT sector is showing no sign of a slump. Belfast remains a key location for global companies to invest and have access to a talented workforce.

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Chief Economist’s Weekly Brief – America in the ascendancy

The US economy is the main engine of global growth, posting higher than expected growth in Q1 2019. In China, latest GDP data hints at a stabilisation in activity thanks largely to another sizeable fiscal boost. However, recent downbeat Euro area business surveys point to a continued sub-par performance in early 2019.

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New report reveals Northern Ireland job vacancies at a new high

  • Number of jobs listed on NIJobs.com rose by 18% in the first quarter of 2018
  • One quarter of employment categories posted their highest number of listings to date
  • YoY Growth in job opportunities across NI- Antrim 35%, Derry 28%, Down 21%
  • Skills shortages and staff turnover will continue to disrupt company growth

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