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New Trend: 'Job Hugging' Sees Workers Cling to Roles Amid Uncertainty Until 2027

With fewer opportunities around, changing jobs now feels like a bigger risk than before.

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News18•11-03-2026, 10:20

New Trend: 'Job Hugging' Sees Workers Cling to Roles Amid Uncertainty Until 2027

•'Job hugging' describes employees staying in current roles due to economic uncertainty, fear of risk, and hiring slowdowns.
•Driven by concerns over layoffs, inflation, and rapid technological changes like AI and automation.
•Monster 2025 Job Hugging Report: 75% of employees plan to stay until 2027; 48% due to fear/economic uncertainty.
•Key reasons for staying include pay (27%) and job security (26%), prioritizing stability over risk.
•Downsides: stagnation, missed opportunities, slower career growth, burnout. Companies also focus on retaining staff.

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