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• More S’pore university, polytechnic graduates land jobs by the one-year mark after leaving school

  Government figures presented to parliament reveal that extended job searches are steadily paying off for local tertiary students who initially faced a cautious labor market. Significant shares of previously jobless degree, diploma, and technical education holders transitioned into employment or further studies within twelve months of finishing examinations. This delayed hiring momentum helps bridge initial post-graduation placement gaps that arose from cautious corporate hiring and broader economic uncertainty.

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• Volvo Cars reports 16% drop in 3-month sales on tough China, U.S. conditions

  Volvo Cars has reported a 16% decline in sales over a three-month period. The automaker attributed the downturn to difficult market conditions in both China and the United States.

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• BP hires Shell executive Emma Lewis to lead downstream unit

  The energy giant has recruited Emma Lewis from industry rival Shell to take charge of its downstream operations. This leadership transition brings an experienced peer executive into a critical division responsible for key refining, marketing, and distribution activities. The appointment marks a significant talent shift between the two major energy corporations as BP positions its business for ongoing operational demands.

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