Optimism in Job Security and Pay Increases Amidst Growing Concerns The latest Robert Half Jobs Confidence Index (JCI), developed in collaboration with the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr), reveals a concerning convergence of economic factors contributing to what is being described as a potential ‘perfect storm’. The interplay of high economic inactivity, decreasing labour productivity, and ongoing wage growth is shaping a difficult landscape for the labour market. Rising Job Security and Pay Optimism Despite these challenges, the JCI indicates that nearly two-thirds (60%) of workers are optimistic about their job security over the next six months. This…