#18: Layoff Trends

After a relatively quiet period in terms of tech layoffs, they are starting to rear their ugly head again as concerns over the potential for tougher economic times loom.

PwC released results of a survey that say 50% of businesses queried are planning layoffs in the coming months. Those include companies in technology and telecom.

PwC polled more than 700 U.S. executives, with nearly two-thirds of those from Fortune 1000 companies.

Executives cited a distinction between hiring people with the right skills and those without. Moreover, nearly one-half will drop of reduce signing bonuses. Another 44% are rescinding offers.

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