​ContactMohammad KashifHead of Marketing & Project SolutionsManpowerGroupD: +6011 1438 2855E: [email protected]​Talent Shortage in APAC Persists with 77% of Employers Facing Challenges in Filling Positions​MALAYSIA (24 JANUARY 2025) – The 2025 ManpowerGroup's latest Talent Shortage Survey reveals that nearly four in five employers in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region are struggling to find skilled talent, with 77% reporting difficulties. This marks a significant increase from 45% in 2014 and exceeds the global average of 74%, underscoring a growing concern for employers across diverse industries.​The survey, which gathered insights from 10,095 employers across APAC, indicates that the most difficult to find skills are IT & Data (32%), Engineering (27%), and Sales & Marketing (24%).​According to the report, the APAC IT sector was experiencing the highest level of talent scarcity, with 81% of employers in the APAC IT sector noting they are facing talent shortages.​Underscoring the need for skilled professionals as businesses increasingly rely on technology and digital transformation.​“The persistent talent shortages highlighted by this report suggests the talent shortage has become a structural feature of the regional labor market which employers must navigate, especially in the IT sector where the shortage is being most heavily realized,” said Mr François Lançon, Regional President of Asia Pacific & Middle East, ManpowerGroup.​“In a talent short market, employers must act quickly and decisively to secure the necessary skills for growth or commit to developing the talent they need internally through a targeted learning and development program,” Mr Lançon said. “At ManpowerGroup, we are committed to addressing the skills gap and upskilling talent at scale, we are investing in academies to prepare the workforce for future jobs.”​The report suggests the need for internal learning and development programs is being taken seriously with 35% of companies indicating they are focusing on upskilling and reskilling their current workforce to bridge skill gaps.​EMPLOYER RESPONSE TO TALENT SHORTAGES​The survey reveals organizations are taking multiple approaches to address talent scarcity:35% - Prioritizing upskilling and reskilling current employees30% - Increasing wages26% - Offering more schedule flexibility25% - Targeting new talent pools21% - Offering more location flexibility​“As businesses navigate these ongoing talent challenges, it is more crucial than ever that industry leaders, governments and educational institutions collaborate to ensure that future generations are equipped with relevant skills,” Mr Lançon said.​For more information about ManpowerGroup's 2025 Talent Shortage Survey, please visit: https://manpower.com.my/apac-talent-shortage-2025​# # #​ABOUT THE SURVEY METHODOLOGYManpowerGroup interviewed 40,413 employers in 42 countries: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Mexico, The Netherlands, Norway, Panama, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Türkiye, U.K., and the U.S.​The fieldwork was completed between October 1st and 31st, 2024 in all markets.​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUPManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 70 countries and territories and has done so for more than 75 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2024 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 15th time – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.For more information, visit www.manpowergroup.com, or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.​FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding labor demand in certain regions, countries, and industries, and economic uncertainty. Actual events or results may differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements due to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. These factors include those found in the Company's reports filed with the SEC, including the information under the heading "Risk Factors" in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, which information is incorporated herein by reference. ManpowerGroup disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking or other statements in this release, except as required by law.

ManpowerGroup ContactMohammad KashifHead of Marketing & Project Solutions ManpowerGroup [email protected]​APAC Hiring Intentions Hold Steady as Employers Maintain Measured Outlook​The Net Employment Outlook for Q1 2025 in Asia Pacific is 27%, this is unchanged from Q4, and down 3% compared to Q1 2024Employers in India (+40%), China (+29%) and Singapore (+25%) report the strongest outlooks in the region, while Hong Kong shows the most cautious outlook (+6%).The Financials & Real Estate sector continues to lead hiring intentions (+39%), followed by the IT sector (+38%) and Healthcare and Life Sciences (+31%).Larger organizations demonstrate the strongest hiring intentions, with companies of 5,000+ employees reporting the outlook (+37%).​MALAYSIA (10 DECEMBER 2024) – The latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey shows hiring managers across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region will take a measured approach into Q1 2025 recording a Net Employment Outlook (NEO) of 27%, this is consistent with Q4 2024 and 3% lower compared to Q1 2024.​The Survey, which gathered data from over 40,000 employers across 42 countries between October 1-31, 2024, including over 10,000 employers across seven APAC countries and territories, indicates that employers expect to maintain a steady hiring pattern as they head into the new year.​"The fact employers across the APAC region are indicating they will hold a steady and consistent hiring pattern into quarter one, amid ongoing global uncertainty, is positive news," said Francois Lancon, President – Asia Pacific & Middle East Region. "The latest figures suggest employers are continuing to demonstrate a level of resilience to the current economic conditions as they maintain their focus on hiring the talent they need for future growth.”​Used internationally as a bellwether of labor market trends, the NEO is calculated by subtracting the percentage of employers who anticipate reductions in staffing levels from those who plan to hire.​HIRING INTENTIONS BY REGION​Asia Pacific (APAC):Hiring managers across the region anticipate the second strongest regional outlook (+27%).India maintains its position as the global hiring leader at +40%, while China reports particularly strong outlooks in Financials & Real Estate (+53%, tied with Belgium) and Healthcare & Life Sciences (+47%).Singapore leads the Transport, Logistics & Automotive sector globally with a +67% outlook, highlighting the region's continued strength in supply chain and logistics.​The Americas:Employers across North, Central, and South America reported the strongest regional outlook for Q1 (+29%), with hiring intentions improving 1 percentage point quarter-over-quarter but declining -3 percentage points from the same period last year.Employers in the U.S. (+34%) and Mexico (+32%) show the strongest hiring prospects, while Argentina reports the region's only negative outlook (-1%), reflecting continued economic challenges.The U.S. IT sector leads global industry forecasts at +53%.​Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA):Hiring expectations remain the lowest in EMEA (+19%). The outlook is 2 percentage points weaker compared to Q4 2024 and 1 percentage point weaker year-over-year.Belgium reports the strongest global outlook for Financials & Real Estate (+53%, tied with China) and leads in Energy & Utilities (+44%, tied with Finland), while the Netherlands shows robust hiring plans in Consumer Goods & Services (+47%).German employers report the highest Communication Services outlook globally at +45%, demonstrating continued digital transformation investments across the region.​To view the complete results of the Q1 2025 ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, including global and country data, visit: https://go.manpowergroup.com/meos. The next survey will be released in March, reporting hiring expectations for the second quarter of 2025.​# # #​ABOUT THE SURVEYThe ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey is the most comprehensive, forward-looking employment survey of its kind, used globally as a key labor market indicator. The Net Employment Outlook (NEO) is derived by taking the percentage of employers anticipating an increase in hiring activity and subtracting from this the percentage of employers expecting a decrease in hiring activity.​SURVEY METHODOLOGYThe methodology used to collect the data for the Employment Outlook has been digitized in 42 markets for the Q1 2025 report. Survey responses were collected from October 1-31, 2024. The question asked and the respondent profile remains unchanged. Size of organization and sector are standardized across all countries and territories to allow international comparisons.​*Note: Chile joined the program in Q2 2024. There is currently no historical data, and the data has not been seasonally adjusted.​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for more than 75 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2024 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 15th time – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.For more information, visit www.manpowergroup.com, or follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and Instagram.​FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding labor demand in certain regions, countries and industries, economic uncertainty and workforce trends, including, as well as advancing diversity and inclusion initiatives. Actual events or results may differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements, due to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. These factors include those found in the Company's reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the information under the heading "Risk Factors" in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, whose information is incorporated herein by reference. ManpowerGroup disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking or other statements in this release, except as required by law.

​ManpowerGroup ContactMohammad KashifHead of Marketing and Project [email protected]​​​APAC Hiring Intentions Show Improvement Amid Economic Caution​The Net Employment Outlook (NEO) for Q4 2024 in Asia Pacific is +27%, improving 4% from Q3 2024, but weakening 5% year-over-year.Employers in India (+37%), Singapore (+29%), and China (+27%) report the strongest Outlooks in the region, while Hong Kong shows the most cautious Outlook at +8%.The Financials & Real Estate sector continues to lead hiring intentions (+37%), followed by the IT sector (+35%).Larger organizations demonstrate stronger hiring intentions, with companies of 1,000- 4,999 employees reporting the highest Outlook at +36%.​KUALA LUMPUR (10 SEPTEMBER 2024) – The latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey reveals that hiring managers across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region anticipate a Net Employment Outlook (NEO) of +27% for Q4 2024, reflecting a quarter-over-quarter increase of 4% but a year-over-year decline of 5%, after seasonal adjustment. This survey, conducted from July 1-31, 2024, among over 10,000 employers across seven APAC countries and territories, indicates that while hiring intentions are improving, economic uncertainties continue to temper optimism.​"The labor market across Asia Pacific is demonstrating a level of resilience as we approach the fourth quarter. The increase in hiring intentions from the previous quarter signals that employers are adjusting to ongoing economic challenges and are keen to secure the talent necessary for growth," said Mr. President, Asia Pacific & Middle East Region, ManpowerGroup.​Mr. Lancon added, “We continue to see a strong outlook in the IT sector, highlighting the critical role of technology in driving workforce demand across the region. As digital transformation and the adoption of AI technology accelerates, the need for skilled IT professionals continues to rise, making it essential for businesses to invest in talent attraction and development.”​Used internationally as a bellwether of labor market trends, the NEO is calculated by subtracting the percentage of employers who anticipate reductions in staffing levels from those who plan to hire.​GLOBAL HIRING PLANS BY REGION​Asia Pacific (APAC): Hiring managers across the region anticipate the second strongest regional Outlook (27%), an increase from the previous quarter (+4%) but decreased when compared to the same time last year (-5%). Employers in India (37%), Singapore (29%), and China (27%) continue to report the strongest Outlooks in the region, while the most cautious Outlook was reported by employers in Hong Kong (8%).Singapore reported the strongest global Outlook for the Financials & Real Estate sector at 64%.​North America: North American employers remain the most optimistic with a 32% Outlook in Q4, an increase of 5% from Q3 2024, but still down -3% from Q4 2023.Employers in the United States (34%) reported the strongest hiring intentions in the region, increasing 4% quarter-over-quarter.U.S. employers continue to report one of the strongest global Outlooks for the IT sector.​Central & South America: At 23%, hiring projections improved quarter-over-quarter (+1%), but declined year-over-year (-8%).Strongest intentions are reported by employers in Costa Rica (36%), Brazil (32%), and Guatemala (30%).Employers in Guatemala report the strongest hiring Outlook globally for the Consumer Goods & Services sector (56%), while Costa Rica reports the strongest intentions in both the IT (53%) and Industrials & Materials (43%) sectors.​Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA): Employers in EMEA report the lowest hiring Outlook among all regions at 21%. While hiring intentions weakened -3% compared to the same period last year, they have strengthened by +2% since Q3 2024.Employers in South Africa and Switzerland (both 32%), Ireland and the Netherlands (both 30%) report the strongest hiring plans, while those in Israel (8%) and the Czech Republic (11%) anticipate the weakest hiring activity.Both the United Kingdom (28%) and France (22%) report Outlooks surpassing the EMEA average.Belgium reports the strongest global Outlook for the Healthcare & Life Sciences sector (62%), while South Africa leads in Energy & Utilities (55%). To view the complete results of the Q4 2024 ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, including global and country data, visit https://go.manpowergroup.com/meos. The next survey will be released in December, reporting hiring expectations for the first quarter of 2025.​READ REPORT​###​ABOUT THE SURVEYThe ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey is the most comprehensive, forward-looking employment survey of its kind, used globally as a key labor market indicator. The Net Employment Outlook (NEO) is derived by taking the percentage of employers anticipating an increase in hiring activity and subtracting from this the percentage of employers expecting a decrease in hiring activity.​SURVEY METHODOLOGYThe methodology used to collect NEO data has been digitized. Survey responses were collected from July 1-31, 2024, and 40,340 employers across 42* countries and territories were asked about their fourth quarter hiring intentions. Both the questions asked, and the respondent profile remain unchanged. The size of the organization and sector are standardized across all countries and territories to allow international comparisons. All NEOs referenced have been seasonally adjusted for easier interpretation, comparison, and consistency.*Note: Chile joined the program in Q2 2024. There is currently no historical data, and the data has not been seasonally adjusted.​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for more than 75 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2024 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 15th time – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.  For more information, visit www.manpowergroup.com, or follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and Instagram.  FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding labor demand in certain regions, countries, industries, and economic uncertainty. Actual events or results may differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements due to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. These factors include those found in the Company's reports filed with the SEC, including the information under the heading "Risk Factors" in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, which information is incorporated herein by reference. ManpowerGroup disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking or other statements in this release, except as required by law. ​

​THE TRUE PURPOSE OF WORK REVEALED: 98% OF MALAYSIANS WANT MEANING AT WORK Malaysia (April 25, 2024) - 98% of Malaysians say that meaning at work is important to them, and more than half (55%) are planning to take action to achieve it. The study, released today by Job_that_makesense Asia and global recruitment agency Manpower, was primarily conducted on working adults and a smaller group of tertiary students (2%) poised to enter the workforce. The report, titled 'The Quest for Meaning at Work', is the very first Southeast Asia-focused research survey on the pursuit of meaning at work. The report examines the responses of 2,023 (211 in Malaysia) participants from six major Southeast Asian countries to determine what meaningful work is for the workforce of today.  When looking for a new job, 45% of the respondents in Malaysia have identified salary and job stability as their top priorities. Over one in four (27%) respondents said that maintaining a positive work-life balance is becoming increasingly important for professional fulfillment. The pursuit of a high salary is not motivated by the pursuit of material wealth, but rather by the desire to provide comfort and security for one's family. Unfortunately, the report shows less than one in three (27%) of Malaysian respondents are “very satisfied” with the level of meaning in their current role. This is a significant opportunity for organizations to address this issue and stand out in our tight labor market. MALAYSIA FINDINGS98% of respondents in Malaysia indicated that having meaning at work was important to them. Less than one in three (27%) of Malaysia respondents indicated they currently feel “very satisfied” with their current level of meaning at work.While the majority (79%) of Malaysian respondents believe that any job can contribute to the betterment of society and the planet, 55% of them are contemplating a career change to actively pursue this purpose. High levels of satisfaction are reported by 93% of those who have already made the transition.When considering a new job, Malaysian participants prioritize salary and job stability above all else, with 45% citing this as the primary determining factor. The next most important are work-life balance (27%) and opportunities for career growth and personal development (27%).For job seekers, a company's reputation, particularly in social responsibility, is crucial. In fact, 90% of Malaysian respondents indicate that a company's reputation in these areas significantly contributes to their decision to pursue employment with them. This is much higher than the SEA's average of 77%. SOUTHEAST ASIA (SEA) FINDINGS:98% of participants surveyed from six key SEA countries indicated that having meaning at work was important to them. Only one in five (21%) of SEA respondents indicated they currently feel “very satisfied” with their current level of meaning at work.More than half of SEA respondents expect their companies to take a leading role in promoting sustainability initiatives. They also advocate for the creation of more positions dedicated to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibilities and the provision of learning programs for employees that focus on societal impact and sustainability.While the majority (86%) of SEA respondents believe that any job can contribute to the betterment of society and the planet, 53% of them are contemplating a career change to actively pursue this purpose. Impressively, 84% of those who have already made the transition report high levels of satisfaction. The significance of a company's reputation, particularly in social responsibility, has become a critical factor for job seekers. In fact, 77% of SEA respondents indicate that a company’s reputation in these areas significantly contributes to their decision to pursue employment with them. Respondents expect their companies and employers to balance improvements in workplace conditions with a commitment to broader societal well-being. More than seven out of ten respondents agreed enhancing working conditions with flexible hours, comprehensive health insurance and equal pay (74%), and advocacy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and other social causes (72%) are actions organizations could implement to enhance their meaning at work.  Jobs that make sense Asia CEO, Ms. Léa Klein, said that over the past three years, we have witnessed a significant shift in this area.“We are seeing a distinct shift towards integrating sustainable practices into various job roles, which is a positive development.” “To meet our region's sustainability targets by 2030, we must accelerate the momentum we are seeing in this space. The workforce is increasingly committed to sustainability and DEIB practices, necessitating the expansion of sustainability-driven roles and upskilling programs. By mainstreaming sustainability across all levels of companies, these positions will become the new norm, ensuring the success of the entire region," Ms Klein said. ManpowerGroup’s Regional President of Asia Pacific and Middle East, Mr. Francois Lancon, said this research is closely aligned to ManpowerGroup’s vision that meaningful and sustainable employment has the power to change the world. “It is encouraging to see the findings of this report align with our own core belief that meaningful work is a key driver of employee happiness, health and productivity,” Mr. Lancon said. “Today, as the acceleration of automation, a greater focus on ESG, and the emergence of generative AI reshapes industries and economies, organizations have more ability than ever to create opportunities for people to engage in purposeful and fulfilling work.” “While ManpowerGroup is committed to identifying and building talent with the right skills to succeed in these new roles, business leaders must have the courage to create opportunities that deliver the type of meaning today’s workforce craves,” Mr. Lancon said.  ManpowerGroup’s Country Manager for Malaysia, Mr Sanjoy Ghose, said, “This has wide-ranging transformative potential and shows that employees want meaning at work not only to enhance their own lives and their families lives, but also to contribute to the betterment of society as a whole. It's unfortunate that only 27% of Malaysian respondents are very satisfied with the level of meaning in their current role.” “I view this as an opportunity. Here, at ManpowerGroup Malaysia, we offer an in-house training program for our client employees that provides trainees with a better understanding of ESG and coaches them on how they can contribute more effectively to corporate initiatives. We also offer completion certifications to graduates that they can use to build their personal brand.This raining when done in conjunction with organizations that engage their employees well in their ESG initiatives is powerful, improves the meaning of work, and helps companies achieve their goals.” “As leaders, we have the opportunity to bring about meaningful change here!” To view complete results for the Jobs_that_makesense Asia – Manpower's The Quest for Meaning at Work Survey, visit: https://www.manpower.com.my/purpose_at_work_southeast_asia_report  ​READ THE REPORTDOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE​ABOUT THE SURVEY The Jobs_that_makesense Asia – Manpower’s The Quest for Meaning at Work Survey (Southeast Asia) marks the inaugural research endeavor delving into the sentiments of professionals from Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. Its aim is to construct a regionally focused definition of the pursuit of meaning in individuals' professional journeys, highlighting their personal and collective motivations to achieve purpose-driven careers. ABOUT THE METHODOLOGY The survey was conducted across six countries (Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand), offering participants the choice to respond in English, Thai, or Vietnamese. A total of 2,023 individuals took part in the survey, which was administered in March 2024. Respondents represented diverse sectors and demographics, spanning from small to large organizations, encompassing both nonprofit and corporate sectors. The majority of participants hailed from the for-profit industry. ABOUT JOBS_THAT_MAKESENSE ASIAJobs_that_makesense Asia serves as the Southeast Asia arm of Jobs_that_makesense, a platform committed to nurturing careers that drive societal and environmental progress. Since its inception in 2020, Jobs_that_makesense has operated a job board facilitating access to opportunities within the green and social sectors. It also documents the local sector landscape and lists curriculum programs, empowering professionals to embark on purposeful careers. Over the past three years, Jobs_that_makesense has attracted over 2 million visitors annually, enabling them to explore diverse opportunities. Additionally, it has assisted more than 7,000 green and socially driven companies in connecting with talented individuals. For more information about Jobs_that_Makesense, visit www.jobsthatmakesense.asia ABOUT MANPOWERManpower®, part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of companies, is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our talent agents and specialized recruiters leverage data-driven insights to assess, guide and place people into meaningful, sustainable employment, and our PowerSuite® tech platform enables assessment and matching to predict performance potential. Our Manpower MyPath® skilling program provides rapid skills development at scale with on-the-job training, market-based certifications, and coaching for roles in growth sectors. In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. For more information about Manpower, visit www.manpower.com.my ABOUT MANPOWERGROUPManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 70 countries and territories and has done so for 75 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2024 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 15th time – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. For more information, visit www.manpowergroup.com

MEDIA CONTACT:Nadhirah Ismail+60 17 3966 314 [email protected]​​ManpowerGroup Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 15th TimeManpowerGroup honored as one of the companies demonstrating exceptional leadership and a commitment to integrity through best-in-class ethics, compliance, and governance​MILWAUKEE, WI (March 4, 2024) – ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN) announced today that it once again has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. This marks the 15th time ManpowerGroup has received the distinction, and the company remains the only one in its industry to be recognized for more than a decade for playing a critical role in driving positive change in societies and communities around the world.​“Enabling people to build their employability and prosperity through access to meaningful work is at the heart of our purpose,” said ManpowerGroup Chairman and CEO Jonas Prising. “This award is testament to the dedication of our more than 29,000 employees worldwide who embrace the potential in every individual to fulfill their career aspirations. It motivates us to continue raising the bar – leveraging our influence to drive progress on societal challenges like climate and inequality, and shape an equitable, sustainable future of work for all.”​The World's Most Ethical Companies® assessment is grounded in Ethisphere's proprietary Ethics Quotient®, an extensive questionnaire that requires companies to provide over 240 different proof points on their culture of ethics; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices; ethics and compliance program; diversity, equity, & inclusion; and initiatives that support a strong value chain. That data undergoes further qualitative analysis by a panel of experts who spend thousands of hours vetting and evaluating each year's group of applicants. This process serves as an operating framework to capture and codify truly best-in-class ethics and compliance practices from organizations across industries and from around the world.​“It’s always inspiring to recognize the World’s Most Ethical Companies®. Through the rigorous review process, we see the dedication of these organizations to continually improving their ethics, compliance, and governance practices to the benefit of all stakeholders,” said Erica Salmon Byrne, Ethisphere’s Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Chair. “Companies that elevate best-in-class cultures of ethics and integrity set a standard for corporate citizenship for their peers and competitors to follow. Congratulations to ManpowerGroup for achieving this honor and demonstrating that strong ethics is good business.”​In 2024, 136 honorees were recognized spanning 20 countries and 44 industries. The complete list of this year’s World's Most Ethical Companies® and methodology can be found at: https://worldsmostethicalcompanies.com/honorees.​###​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 70 countries and territories and has done so for more than 75 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2024 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 15th time – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.For more information, visit www.manpowergroup.com, or follow us on LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and Instagram.​ABOUT ETHISPHERE Ethisphere is the global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices that strengthen corporate brands, build trust in the marketplace, deliver business success. Ethisphere has deep expertise in measuring and defining core ethics standards using data-driven insights that help companies build strong cultures of ethics and integrity. Ethisphere honors superior achievement through its World’s Most Ethical Companies® recognition program, provides a community of industry experts with the Business Ethics Leadership Alliance (BELA), and showcases trends and best practices in ethics with Ethisphere Magazine. Ethisphere also advances business performance through data-driven assessments, guidance, and benchmarking against its unparalleled data: the Culture Quotient dataset reflecting the ethical business practices of 3+ million employees around the world; and the Ethics Quotient dataset, featuring 240+ data points on the ethics, compliance, social, and governance practices of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit https://ethisphere.com.

​CONTACT:Mohammad Ali Kashif [email protected]​ManpowerGroup Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th TimeManpowerGroup honored as one of the companies demonstrating exceptional leadership and a commitment to integrity through best-in-class ethics, compliance, and governance MILWAUKEE, WI (March 13, 2023)— ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN) announced today that it once again has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. This marks the 14th time ManpowerGroup has received the distinction and the company remains the only one in its industry to be recognized for more than a decade for playing a critical role in driving positive change in societies and communities around the world. "For 75 years, ManpowerGroup has been committed to doing business the right way for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we operate," said Jonas Prising, ManpowerGroup Chairman & CEO. "We know these high standards are valued by all of those who work with us, and we’re honored to be recognized for the 14th time by Ethisphere. This award is dedicated to our team around the world who live our values, deliver our purpose and help propel our strong ethical culture forward every day.” Grounded in Ethisphere’s proprietary Ethics Quotient®, the World’s Most Ethical Companies assessment process includes more than 200 questions on culture, environmental and social practices, ethics and compliance activities, governance, diversity, and initiatives that support a strong value chain. The process serves as an operating framework to capture and codify the leading practices of organizations across industries and around the globe. “People and their prosperity are core to our business and foundational to our ESG strategy too. Today, people — our consumers and consumers of all organizations — are demanding more from their employers and expect them to be clear on their purpose,” said Ruth Harper, ManpowerGroup SVP, Chief Marketing & Sustainability Officer. “Increasingly companies are being held to account to be open on the progress they are making to reach their goals around climate, social impact, and good governance. Leadership from organizations like Ethisphere helps companies share this progress and is how we can make work and life better for the many, not just the few.” Ethisphere’s 2023 Ethics Index, the collection of publicly traded companies recognized as recipients of this year’s World’s Most Ethical Companies designation, outperformed a comparable index of large-cap companies by 13.6 percentage points over a five-year period. “Ethics matters. Organizations that commit to business integrity through robust programs and practices not only elevate standards and expectations for all, but also have better long-term performance,” said Ethisphere CEO, Erica Salmon Byrne. “We continue to be inspired by the World’s Most Ethical Companies honorees and their dedication to making real impact for their stakeholders and displaying exemplary values-based leadership. Congratulations to ManpowerGroup for earning a place in the World’s Most Ethical Companies community.” In 2023, 135 honorees were recognized spanning 19 countries and 46 industries. The complete list of the 2023 World's Most Ethical Companies and methodology can be found at: https://worldsmostethicalcompanies.com/honorees. ### ABOUT MANPOWERGROUPManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 70 countries and territories and has done so for 75 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th time – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. For more information, visit www.manpowergroup.com, or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. ABOUT ETHISPHEREEthisphere is the global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust, and business success. Ethisphere has deep expertise in measuring and defining core ethics standards using data-driven insights that help companies enhance corporate character. Ethisphere honors superior achievement through its World’s Most Ethical Companies® recognition program, provides a community of industry experts with the Business Ethics Leadership Alliance (BELA), and showcases trends and best practices in ethics with Ethisphere Magazine. Ethisphere also helps to advance business performance through data-driven assessments, guidance, and benchmarking against its unparalleled data: the Culture Quotient dataset focused on ethical culture and featuring the responses of 2+ million employees around the world; and the Ethics Quotient dataset, featuring 200+ data points highlighting the ethics, compliance, social, and governance practices of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit https://ethisphere.com.

​CONTACT:Mohammad Ali Kashif [email protected]​ManpowerGroup’s 2023 Workforce Trends Report Reveals “The New Human Age” Is Upon Us Shifting generational needs and growing demands for greater choice will be key drivers in the race for talent ​KUALA LUMPUR, KUL (JANUARY 12, 2023) – Amidst the growing digitization of work and the workforce, ManpowerGroup’s new 2023 trends report, “The New Human Age,” finds that although technology may be the great enabler, humans are still the catalyst to the future. This research, published ahead of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, which features input from 13,000 decision-makers and 8,000 workers from across eight countries and regions, identifies 14 key trends shaping the future of work and impacting today’s employers and the people they employ. These include shifting demographics, individual choice, tech adoption, and competitive drivers. The report also provides guidance on how employers can attract and retain talent in this new age. ​Since ManpowerGroup's announcement of the Human Age over a decade ago at the 2011 WEF Annual Meeting, human capital has become a major differentiator and driver of economic growth. Now, “The New Human Age” assesses the impact of a range of new factors, such as the generational shift in employment expectations, reducing college degree requirements for applicants, the growing divide women in the workforce face, the continuing evolution of hybrid work, and mitigating risk in an ever-changing global economy. ​Download the report​“Over the last few years, we’ve all heard many narratives about robots taking our jobs. What we believed then, and what has come to pass, is that tech can augment human skills rather than replace them. We are now embarking on a New Human Age — a time where people are utilizing technology and digital tools to enhance human connections, be more productive, and live more meaningful lives,” said ManpowerGroup Chairman and CEO Jonas Prising. “Our world is getting better, yet to continue to make progress we must be intentional in enhancing human capabilities at scale and speed. The pandemic showed us how quickly we can adapt and cope when needed. We believe equipping people with the skills to leverage technology will create a future of work that is closer to what workers of the future want; it is how we will build a path for all to increase prosperity for the many, not the few.” ​KEY FINDINGS: Growing talent shortages place even more pressure on attracting and retaining talent of every generation; the research found: ​Purpose and balance matter: By 2025, Gen Z will make up 27% of the workforce, and 88% of Gen Z workers say the pandemic has affected what they want from their job vs. 65% of workers 55+. ​It’s time to tear the paper ceiling: In 2022, 75% of companies reported talent shortages. To expand their talent pools, more employers are reducing or eliminating college degree requirements and instead focusing on skills acquired through prior work and life experience. ​Look to older workers to increase workforce participation: Yet only 19% of hiring managers are actively looking to hire returning retirees, creating another disadvantage for older adults. ​Remote/hybrid work promotes balance but could affect career progression – with women most impacted: More women say when working remotely they are less likely to get access to time with senior leaders (37%), learning from others (31%), consideration for a promotion (29%), brainstorming (27%), and collaboration (26%). ​Women are more motivated than men about returning to the office: 41% of women cite sociability/ connection, precise segmentation between work/ home, more efficient collaboration, ease of getting work done, and having a place to focus as factors leading their drive to return. ​Upskill workers or they will upskill themselves: 57% of employees are already pursuing training outside of work, because company training programs don't teach them relevant skills, don't advance their career development, or don't help them stay competitive in the marketplace. ​Humans are seeking more humanity in a post-pandemic workplace: It's not just about getting the job done. People say the ability to collaborate (83%), solve problems (82%), and be trustworthy (82%) are more important to do their job well than simply being a high producer (76%). ​People are voting with their feet: 64% of the workforce would consider looking for a new job if they were required to return to the office full-time and 1 in 3 would take another role in the next month if it offered a better blend of work and lifestyle. ​Both employers and workers believe in-person brainstorming is inherently better: More than 80% of workers and employers believe in-person collaboration generates the most creative ideas and drives camaraderie within the workplace. ​“The New Human Age” trend report is now available at: manpowergroup.com/the-new-human-age​​Download the report​### ​ABOUT THE NEW HUMAN AGE ​The research took place between Nov. 1-25, 2022, conducted among a total of 8,016 workers or people actively looking for work in eight countries and regions: the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, and Norway. In addition, ManpowerGroup surveyed 13,707 hiring decision-makers in these markets. ​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP    ​ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as the best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

​CONTACT:Mohammad Ali Kashif [email protected] ​​Hiring Momentum Continues for Q1, Though Signs of Softening Begin​Employers still face a global talent shortage; the Information Technology sector leads the way in Q1 2023 hiring​While the impact of a potential recession and rising inflation dampens the hiring Outlook quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year, employers continue to look for new talent, reporting a solid Net Employment Outlook of +23% for Q1. Strongest hiring intentions among organizations are reported in Panama (+39%), Costa Rica (+35%), and Canada (+34%); weakest in Hungary (-8%), Poland (-2%), and the Czech Republic (+1%). Information Technology (IT) remains the strongest sector (+35%), despite headlines about tech hiring and layoffs. ​Download the report​KUALA LUMPUR (JANUARY 5, 2023) – While cooling this quarter, global demand for talent remains resilient and the race for skills continues, according to the newly released Q1 ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey (NYSE: MAN) of more than 38,000 employers in 41 countries and territories.​An indicator of economic and labor market trends, the Net Employment Outlook – calculated by subtracting the percentage of employers who anticipate reductions to staffing levels from those who plan to hire – now stands at +23%, down 6% from last quarter and 14% from this time last year.​The data suggest that the impact of a possible global recession, rising inflation, and higher cost of doing business has begun to play out in labor markets, with the outlook softening although not as steep as the economic forecasts and headlines would suggest. All industries and sectors indicate hiring more people in the first quarter, and all but one region, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), report positive hiring intentions, suggesting the impact of such challenges is not one size fits all.​“Our report indicates that there are early signs of labor markets softening and hiring intentions moving lower given the economic headwinds we are experiencing,” said ManpowerGroup Chairman & CEO Jonas Prising. “Though employers say they are beginning to dial down their hiring plans in some areas, we still see strong demand for specific skills including IT, logistics, and finance. Amidst a cost-of-living crisis, and a depreciation in real-time wages, companies need to think more than ever about attracting and retaining their workers – that might start with pay, yet our data tells us flexibility, career development, and purpose-driven work is worth up to 5% of salary to many workers. There are lots of levers available for companies to attract and retain the talent they need to stay competitive.” ​KEY FINDINGS​Regionally, the strongest hiring intentions for the next quarter are in North America (+31%), and Central and South America (+28%). Organizations in the IT industry report the most optimistic outlook (+35%), followed by Financials & Real Estate (+28%), and Energy & Utilities (+26%). When compared with the previous quarter, hiring intentions improved in 12 countries and territories, and declined in 29. Large organizations (250-plus employees) are more than twice as optimistic as micro (less than 10 employees) to hire in the coming quarter with employment outlooks of +29% and +13% respectively. ​Global Hiring Plans by Region​North America: Employers are most optimistic for the first quarter of 2023 (+31%). Employers in Canada (+34%) report a moderate increase (+3%) in their outlooks compared to last quarter, while the U.S. (+29%) and Puerto Rico (+26%) report decreases, -4% and -6% respectively. Both Canada and the U.S. expect hiring to be weaker compared to intentions year over year, declining -3% and -12% respectively. Despite what is playing out in the headlines, the U.S. reports the strongest IT sector globally (+52%). the strongest hiring intentions globally for the Consumer Goods & Services sector are found across North America in Canada (+28%), Puerto Rico (+23%), and the U.S. (+15%). ​Central and South America: Regional outlooks stand at +28%, weakening since last quarter and this time last year by -7% and -20% respectively. Employers in Panama report the strongest outlook (+39%), followed by Costa Rica (+35%) and Guatemala (+32%); hiring confidence is lowest in Argentina (+9%). Intentions declined in the previous quarter (-3%) but improve based on the same time last year (+21%). Uncertainty around the political landscape is weighing on the minds of hiring managers in Brazil, as the Net Employment Outlook drops 21 points from Q4 but remains positive overall at +27%. The strongest hiring intentions globally for the Communication Services and Energy & Utilities sectors are found in Costa Rica (+52% and +70% respectively), and Industrials & Materials in Panama (+47%). ​Europe, Middle East, and Africa: EMEA reports the weakest employment outlook globally (+18%) and is the only region with countries reporting negative outlooks this quarter (Poland -2% and Hungary -8%). Intentions weaken -14% when compared with the first quarter of 2022 while easing -3% since the last quarter. Outlooks vary across the region with employers most keen to hire in Austria (+29%), Turkey (+29%), and Israel (+28%); Most cautious in Hungary (-8%), Poland (-2%), and the Czech Republic (+1%). The strongest hiring intentions globally for the Transport, Logistics & Automotive, and Health Care & Life Sciences sectors are found in Turkey (+51% and +53% respectively). France (+27%), the United Kingdom (+19%), and Germany (+17%) are among the countries continuing to report a positive Net Employment Outlook in Q1. ​Asia-Pacific: Hiring managers across APAC anticipate strong (+25%) but slowing hiring intentions, weakening since last quarter and last year by -15% and -11% respectively. Singapore (+33%), Australia (+32%), and India (+32%) report the strongest outlooks. The weakest outlooks are reported in Japan (+8%) and Taiwan (+11%). The strongest hiring intentions globally for the Financials & Real Estate sector are found in Singapore (+57%). ​To view complete results for the Q1 ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, visit https://go.manpowergroup.com/meos. The next survey will be released in March and will report hiring expectations for the second quarter of the year. ​Download the report​ABOUT THE SURVEY ​The ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey is the most comprehensive, forward-looking employment survey of its kind, used globally as a key economic indicator. The Net Employment Outlook is derived by taking the percentage of employers anticipating an increase in hiring activity and subtracting from this the percentage of employers expecting a decrease in hiring activity. ​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as the best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ​

​​CONTACT:Mohammad Ali Kashif [email protected]​ManpowerGroup Talent Solutions’ Total Workforce Index™ Reveals United States, Singapore, and Canada as the Top Markets for Talent​Now in its ninth year, the Total Workforce Index™ analyzes more than 200 factors to evaluate workforce availability, cost efficiency, regulation, and productivity across 69 markets. · When analyzing all the data, including workforce availability, employment-friendly regulatory environments, remote-ready infrastructures, cost efficiency, and productivity, the top three overall markets are the United States, Singapore, and Canada. The Netherlands and Switzerland fell out of the top 10, predominantly because of aging workforces and TWI’s reduced prioritization of education requirements. Due to the increased specialization within their respective industries, Technology and Telecommunications (which competes for talent with every industry), and Pharmaceutical, Biotech, and Medical Device Manufacturing (due to the time and cost associated with bringing products to market), continue to face significant hiring pressure. ​KUALA LUMPUR, KUL (NOVEMBER 15, 2022) — The ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN) Talent Solutions 2022 Total Workforce Index™ (TWI) reveals the U.S., Singapore, and Canada as the highest-ranking labor markets across the globe for sourcing, hiring, and retaining talent. The ninth annual TWI report analyzes more than 200 factors to evaluate skills availability, cost efficiency, regulation, and productivity. These findings were combined with big data and expert analysis to assess the workforce engagement of 69 global markets.​Today’s labor markets are characterized by intense competition for skilled workers, with 75% of companies globally reporting talent shortages and difficulty hiring — a 16-year high according to ManpowerGroup’s 2022 Talent Shortage Survey. This year’s revamped TWI places more emphasis on the impacts of remote work, the growing willingness and flexibility of employers to scale back education requirements, and choosing to skill candidates on the job. There’s also a heavier focus on the age of the workforce. As older workers leave the labor market, more companies are cultivating sustainable populations of talent by prioritizing the availability of large pools of Gen Z and millennial workers. Additionally, cost of living indices, wage inflation rates, and exchange rate volatility are new factors introduced into the TWI based on the significant impact of these issues on organizations and their workforces. This helps to provide a clearer picture of economic stability as companies make workforce mix and location decisions.​“In a digital-first global economy, skilled talent is the new currency for business and economic growth,” said Dave McGonegal, Vice President of Talent Solutions Consulting & Advisory. “Organizations looking to separate from the pack turn to the Index to help them navigate change in real-time. This includes navigating new markets that will enable companies to compete for much-needed talent proactively and creatively, while still meeting business objectives. Companies need to become employers of choice, regardless of location, and factor in the needs most important to employees.”​Download the report​KEY FINDINGS​·The top five markets for cost efficiency are Thailand, Indonesia, Bahrain, South Africa, and the Philippines. These countries are the most employer-friendly in terms of wage growth, cost of labor, government incentives, and remote work readiness. ·The U.S., United Kingdom, and Israel scored favorably in workforce availability with factors including availability of skilled workers, labor force participation, gender participation, remote work capabilities, and access to remote talent. ·Singapore, Ireland, and Australia rank high for having more favorable regulatory environments for sustainable access to on-site and remote talent, due to relaxed border restrictions and geopolitical situations. The U.S., Singapore, and Mexico have the highest potential productivity, including the ability to support remote work, allowing for greater access and ease of work. In Central and Eastern Europe, there’s high demand for IT skills, largely due to lost access to Russian talent, which was one of the world’s largest pools of IT talent. Switzerland and the Nordic countries rose to the top for life sciences manufacturers, with more advanced production requirements, while Mexico finds limitations due to regulations requiring full-time employment. ​When it comes to Technology and Telecommunications, organizations have been challenged by migrations, inflation, and cost of labor, causing them to heavily weigh a range of factors that contribute to long-term sustainability, productivity, and cost efficiency. In heavily regulated industries such as Pharmaceutical, Biotech, and Medical Device Manufacturing companies are finding challenges with cost efficiency and talent availability as specialized skill sets, certifications, and background checks are required for producing medical devices. ​View the full TWI 2022 report (https://talentsolutions.manpowergroup.com/twi) for the complete rankings on markets most favorable to conducting business. ​REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS​APAC — Markets from Singapore to Malaysia and Indonesia to Australia have turned into attractive destinations for companies looking for large populations of skilled remote-ready workers. ​·The Philippines and Malaysia entered the top 10, coming in at eighth and 10th respectively, due to increased demand for offshoring/nearshoring, scaled-back education requirements, and demand for a wider variety of skills needed for back-office environments, shared services, and IT. Thailand held on to the top spot for cost efficiency for the second straight year, while Indonesia jumped from 12th to second due to the index’s increased focus on average wages and total cost. China remains part of a larger global strategy within Pharmaceutical, Biotech, and Medical Device Manufacturing due to its cost efficiency. ​AMERICAS — Mexico rose to ninth overall, up from 53rd in 2021, as it has significantly improved access to full-time, permanent labor. ​Canada moved up 15 spots to fourth as it relates to regulation, with much of the shift attributed to an increased focus on geopolitical risk and the impact of weighting the legislation more heavily to the first one to two years of employment. The U.S., Mexico, and Canada are the top markets for productivity, with the U.S. rising from seventh to first, Mexico jumping from 19th in 2021 to third this year, and Canada retaining its hold on fourth. Colombia, Argentina, and Mexico rise to the top of the Index for Technology and Telecommunications. ​EMEA — The addition of Israel to the top 10 relates to the increased sectors the market can support, particularly IT and engineering, along with high-quality sustainable talent pools of younger workers. ​Israel also benefited from increasing female labor participation rates and a Sunday-Thursday work week, which allows many companies to expand their operating week at no additional cost. The U.K. rose from fourth place in 2021 in availability to second this year due to the size of its emerging workforce. Poland and the Czech Republic have become saturated with opportunities within Technology and Telecommunications as a result of their support for remote work and lower costs. ​​Download the report​ABOUT THE TOTAL WORKFORCE INDEX™​The Total Workforce Index™ scores each market on more than 200 unique factors. Each of these statistical factors is carefully weighted and grouped into one of four categories: Availability, Cost Efficiency, Regulation, and Productivity. ​The markets that rank highest in the Total Workforce Index™ are those with the highest relative performance across all four categories. Markets that perform well have successfully responded to trends, such as remote workforce readiness, building technology infrastructure, and closing skills gaps. They have demonstrated market and geopolitical stability, have relatively high gender participation, and are skilling emerging workforces to meet changing demographic realities. High-ranking markets also exhibit favorable regulatory environments. ​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP TALENT SOLUTIONS​Talent Solutions combines our leading global offerings RPO, TAPFIN-MSP, and Right Management to help organizations address their complex workforce needs. Talent Solutions leverages our deep industry expertise and understanding of what talent wants to provide end-to-end, data-driven capabilities across the talent lifecycle. From talent attraction and acquisition to upskilling, development, and retention, we provide seamless delivery, leveraging best-in-breed technology, and extensive workforce insights across multiple countries at scale.​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP​ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as the best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

​CONTACT:Mohammad Ali Kashif [email protected] ​Global Employment Outlook for Q4 Remains Strong Amid Cooling in Hiring  Despite concerns of a recession, employers globally are poised to continue hiring much-needed talent reporting a Net Employment Outlook of +30%.Optimism is strongest among organizations in Brazil (+56%) and India (+54%); weakest in Hungary (-5%) and Greece (-5%).The greatest hiring demand is in Information Technology (IT). KUALA LUMPUR (SEPTEMBER 13, 2022) – The global labor market remains strong with steady hiring expected for the remainder of 2022, according to the Q4 ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey (NYSE: MAN) of 40,700 employers published today. Used internationally as a bellwether of economic and labor market trends, the Net Employment Outlook – calculated by subtracting the percentage of employers who anticipate reductions to staffing levels from those who plan to hire – now stands at +30%, down slightly (-3%) from Q3, yet 6% higher than this time last year. Of the 41 countries and territories, only hiring managers in Greece and Hungary report negative Outlooks for the quarter. Findings also reveal uneven economic growth across markets responding differently to disruptions from the conflict in Ukraine, looming concerns over a possible recession, rising inflation, and higher costs of living. Regardless of those challenges, demand for skilled workers remains at record highs. “Despite economic and geopolitical clouds on the horizon, employer hiring intentions remain strong. Organizations continue to focus on attracting and retaining people as competition for employees remains fierce, even two years after the pandemic first began. That means holding onto — and developing — the talent they have,” said ManpowerGroup Chairman & CEO Jonas Prising. “Digital roles continue to drive most of the demand globally with the greatest need for talent with technology skills. The rotation of consumer spending from goods to services continues to create more employment opportunities across hospitality sectors while employers in finance, banking, and insurance compete for skilled workers to fill in-demand roles.” KEY FINDINGS Organizations in the IT industry report the most optimistic Outlook (+42%); followed closely by Banking, Real Estate, and Insurance (+37%).The brightest hiring intentions for next quarter are in the Asia Pacific (+40%) and South and Central Americas (+39%), with the greatest expectations in Brazil (+56%) and India (+54%).Employers in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) anticipate relatively stable hiring (+21%), yet Outlooks for countries near Ukraine fall by as much as -17% since last quarter. Global Hiring Plans by Region  North America: Employers in the region remain optimistic in the final quarter of 2022 (+32%).Employers in Canada (+30%) and the U.S. (+33%) report moderate decreases in their Outlooks compared to last quarter, -8% and -5%, respectively, while Puerto Rico reports an overall Outlook of +32%.Both Canada and the U.S. expect hiring to be weaker compared to intentions year-over-year, -6% in Canada and -13% in the U.S.In the U.S., the strongest hiring outlook is seen in IT (+42%). Central and South America: Organizations in all nine countries share strong Outlooks.Hiring managers in Brazil report bullish intentions (+56%), followed by Costa Rica (+52%), and Colombia (+46%); The lowest confidence is seen in Argentina (+9%).Intentions decline versus the previous quarter (-3%) but improve based on the same time last year (+21%).Only two sectors report quarterly improvements: Restaurant and Hotels (+10%) and Primary Production (+2%). Europe, Middle East, and Africa: EMEA employers reveal confidence softening in their Outlook (+21%).Intentions remain the same when compared with Q4 2021 while easing -3% since the last quarter.Outlooks vary across the region with employers most keen to hire in Sweden (+34%), France (+34%), Norway (+33%), and Belgium (+33%), and the most cautious in Hungary (-5%), Greece (-3%), and Poland (+1%).Countries closest to Ukraine are taking a frugal approach in hiring intentions; for example, Hungary dropped 17% since last quarter, and now report an Outlook of -5%. Asia Pacific: Hiring managers across APAC anticipate the most vigorous hiring intentions globally (+40%).India (+54%), China (+46%), and Australia (+38%) report the most positive Outlooks.APAC is the only region where hiring intentions improve from last quarter (+6%) and shows a 20% increase from Q4 2021.China and Hong Kong continue to bounce back from COVID-19 lockdowns prevalent last quarter, both growing 15% since Q3. To view complete results for the ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, visit https://go.manpowergroup.com/meos. The next survey will be released in January 2023 and will report hiring expectations for the first quarter of the year. ### ABOUT THE SURVEY The ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey is the most comprehensive, forward-looking employment survey of its kind, used globally as a key economic indicator. The Net Employment Outlook is derived by taking the percentage of employers anticipating an increase in hiring activity and subtracting from this the percentage of employers expecting a decrease in hiring activity.  ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP   ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as the best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

​CONTACT: Mohammad-Ali Kashif [email protected]​ManpowerGroup Releases 2021-2022 Working to Change the World Report, Citing a 39% Reduction in Operational Emissions, and Calls on the Global Community for Collective Action for the “S” in ESG​KUALA LUMPUR, MY (September 12, 2022) -- Today, ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN) released its 2021-2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report — Working to Change the World — citing its reduction of operational emissions by 39%, and marking significant progress toward its 2030 goal of reducing direct emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 60%, and its value chain emissions by 30%. ManpowerGroup was the first company in its industry to have its climate goals validated by the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi). ​The company is also actively driving its social mission where it can have the most impact by addressing the growing structural skills shortage by calling on the global community to work together to accelerate impact in the areas of skills development, employability, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). This will help workers prepare for a future of work that is more digital, global, and fast-paced than ever.​An inaugural member of the World Economic Forum’s Alliance for CEO Climate Leaders and a founding member of the World Employment Confederation and many others, ManpowerGroup is an active contributor and believer in collective partnership. It's Working to Change the World plan reinforces its values around people and purpose – that meaningful work has the power to change the world – and highlights the many ways the company is making progress within its main pillars:​​EXPLORE REPORT​Planet (the E in ESG) - by reducing emissions within the company and its value chainPeople & Prosperity (the S in ESG) - by creating talent at scale and providing meaningful, sustainable work for allPrinciples of Governance - by being consistently recognized for its ethical and responsible business practices​“I am proud of the dedication of the ManpowerGroup team to be first in our industry to have our 2030 climate goals validated by SBTi, identifying the levers to reach Net-Zero by 2045 or sooner,” says ManpowerGroup Chairman and CEO Jonas Prising. “What is increasingly urgent, however, is the need to make the same kind of global collective progress to address the S - and decades faster than we did on climate action. When you’re dealing with people and talent, you’re intimately involved in one of the most important decisions in someone’s lifetime - the choice of a job, career, and income. We know that global economics, current geopolitics, and other accelerating trends are exacerbating the divide between knowledge workers, and skilled and unskilled workers. Unless we act now, we will see a further bifurcation of opportunity and wealth creation by gender, race, education, and skill set, which is not good for economic growth and societal well-being.”​“We believe in shared ambitions to achieve Net Positive on the S and, therefore, we must take a more science-based approach,” says Ruth Harper, chief sustainability and communications officer of ManpowerGroup. “For us, People and Prosperity are core to our business and foundational to our purpose. That’s why we believe in Net Positive employment – so that people are better off whether they stay with us or leave. It means being people first by broadening diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace, increasing people’s individual employability, and providing them with greater control of their prosperity and earning potential so they know more about themselves, understand their potential, and can be confident they have the skills for today and tomorrow.”​Key highlights from the ManpowerGroup 2021-2022 ESG Report:​Planet Reduced operational emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 39% - significant progress towards its goal of 60% reduction by 2030. Reported on climate to the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for the 11th year, with scores higher than industry averages. Activated Planet teams in its 15 largest markets to align globally and deliver locally on its Climate Action Plan. People & Prosperity Focused on closing the skills gap, improving employability and income prosperity, and building a more resilient, future-ready workforce. Transformed 182,000 lives to date through the Manpower MyPath program, providing personalized coaching and upskilling opportunities mapped to in-demand career pathways -- most notably in skilled technical, transportation, and logistics as well as business professionals like those in marketing and sales roles.Committed to championing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in the workplace and to setting an ambitious goal to reach 50% gender diversity at a global leadership level by 2025. For the past 10 years, ManpowerGroup has exceeded 30% gender diversity in its board of directors and its global workforce in 2021 was 60% female.  ​Principles of Governance Named as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the 13th year in 2022 – the only company in the industry to be awarded this accolade for more than a decade. Included on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the 12th year. To date, achieved platinum, gold, and silver EcoVadis rankings in 24 countries and at the global level.​DOWNLOAD PDF​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUPManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as the best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

CONTACT: Mohammad-Ali Kashif [email protected]​THE NEW AGE OF TECH TALENT: EXPERIS RELEASES NEW REPORT SHOWING ‘SOFT SKILLS ARE THE NEW POWER SKILLS’​Research demonstrates employers need to be more creative and innovative in their talent strategy approachKUALA LUMPUR, June 15, 2022 -- While IT skills needs are evolving faster than ever, and specialized technology talent is at a premium, soft critical skills, aka ‘power skills’ are being neglected in the recruitment and resourcing process. Despite continued talk of the crucial nature of upskilling and reskilling, the latent potential remains untapped among workers in the middle of the tech talent pyramid.‘The New Age of Tech Talent,’ a report from Experis, a global leader in IT professional resourcing and managed services and part of ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN), finds that employers need to be more creative and agile in their talent strategy – both inside and outside their organizations. The research suggests that HR leaders should be guided by workforce data, a clear talent philosophy, and a willingness to experiment. “The IT sector is growing quickly," said Jonas Prising, Chairman and CEO of ManpowerGroup. “While there is an acute demand for highly technical candidates, great potential lies within adaptable generalists' candidates that is frequently untapped. This can be detrimental as the soft skills these individuals possess are often the most challenging to find. Companies can look within to fully explore workforce potential and reskill employees to fill gaps and meet their talent needs.” When asked why they were having difficulty filling tech roles, 34% of hiring managers said candidates did not have the right technical skills, 32% said they didn’t have the right relevant experience, and 27% said they didn’t have the right soft skills. The research also cites that 22% of hiring managers have the greatest difficulty finding IT project managers, followed by cybersecurity analysts, software developers, and AI/machine learning specialists (all 20%). The top soft skills employers report are in demand for tech roles include Critical Thinking & Analysis, Creativity & Originality, Reasoning & Problem-Solving, Reliability & Self Discipline, and Resilience & Adaptability.* Ger Doyle, Head of Experis, Digital & Business Innovation adds, “Regardless of sector, the conversation about the technology skills gap often focuses on the most senior and junior roles and ignores existing talent who have strong technical skills and an intuitive sense of the business but may lack exposure to emerging technologies and a roadmap for their future career development.”With so many organizations competing to recruit IT, workers, from the same talent pool, there is a golden opportunity for employers to look further afield. Often, candidates are overlooked because they lack traditional qualifications. Further, recruiting strategies that embrace greater gender and ethnic diversity are also significant in the search for the right IT talent.Findings published in ‘The New Age of Tech Talent’ are based on a survey of 40,000 employers in 40 countries and reveal organizations are accelerating investment in technology and prioritizing Cyber Security (46%), Internet of Things (IoT), (44%) E-Commerce platforms (43%) and Cloud Computing (41%).*The report underscores four ways organizations can bring new thinking to life:​Open the Middle: One in five organizations globally is having trouble finding skilled tech talent, and IT/data skills are the most difficult to find for 30% of organizations. Companies need to increasingly look inward to fill the roles they need, taping workforce potential and reskilling employees to fill gaps and meet the challenges ahead. ​Find the Hidden Talent: The reality of the technology sector is that employers need to be more adaptable, unlock new sources of talent, and recruit based on potential, not necessarily past experience. Traditional approaches focused on filtering candidates according to qualifications. and experiences may not identify those recruits who have the raw qualities that employers require. ​Trust the Data Strategy: To get better results from recruitment, retention, and HR strategies companies can leverage data-analytics tools to make better decisions and reduce attrition. As one in three organizations globally plans to invest more in AI technology including machine learning, over the next year, aptitude and personality assessment tools will enable more effective hiring decisions.​Lead with Confidence: Companies guided by culture and values will be those that best adapt to the new workforce reality and win the war on talent. Significantly, 7 in 10 workers say having leaders that they can trust, and follow is essential to them, and 2 in 3 want to work for organizations that share their values. ​As part of ManpowerGroup’s commitment to be a creator of talent at scale and improving employability and prosperity for all, Experis Academy helps companies to preskill, upskill, and reskill in-demand tech workers and many others at speed and scale – matching them to meaningful, sustainable jobs while helping them grow their skillsets for the future.​​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP  ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity – as the best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year – all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

ManpowerGroup's research reveals what flexibility means for workers and partners with Thriveto explore how they can thrive at work. ​CONTACT: Mohammad-Ali Kashif [email protected]​FROM SURVIVING A GLOBAL PANDEMIC TO THRIVING AT WORK: MANPOWERGROUP RESEARCH EXPLORES WHAT FLEXIBILITY MEANS FOR WORKERS; PARTNERS WITH THRIVE TO IDENTIFY WAYS EMPLOYERS CAN SUPPORT EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING​45% of workers want to choose their own work start and end timesAlmost one-fifth of workers (18%) would work a four-day work week for less payA culture of trust is important; 71% of workers need trust in leadership to thriveWell-being now an essential strategy for hiring and business successKUALA LUMPUR, KUL (JUNE 9, 2022) - Workers are calling for more from their employers to help them shift from surviving to thriving, prioritizing flexibility along with factors such as trust, purpose, and well-being, according to new research from ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN), and Thrive, the leading behavior change technology company founded by Arianna Huffington. ​The research “What Workers Want: From Surviving to Thriving at Work,” part of ManpowerGroup’s What Workers Want series, is based on a survey of more than 5,000 workers across five countries and reveals that almost all workers (93%) now view flexibility as important. However, the nature of that flexibility varies. Workers from all backgrounds are now asking for flexibility on their own terms, with 45% wanting to choose their own start and end times, and 18% willing to reduce pay to work a four-day week to achieve better balance. The results also point to a changing role for leaders as trust and shared values are increasingly significant – with workers willing to vote with their feet if they do not feel adequately supported. ​“A lasting legacy of the pandemic will be flexibility, but it’s not one-size-fits-all. Workers want more choice, autonomy, and consideration for their well-being,” said Jonas Prising, ManpowerGroup Chairman & CEO. “We’re seeing the highest talent shortages in 16 years, giving workers at almost every level and in every sector the upper hand. Employers have no choice but to pay attention. The challenge for leaders will be to listen, adapt, and think differently about how to approach flexibility, not just flexible working.” ​ManpowerGroup partnered with Thrive to identify immediate actions that employers can take to support employee well-being. By adopting practices like Entry Interviews, creating a culture of compassionate directness, and encouraging employees to practice Microsteps, companies can create long-lasting cultural change.​​“The disruptions of the past two years have forced us to consider what we really value, and we have a once-in-generation opportunity to rethink the way we work and live,” said Arianna Huffington, Founder, and CEO of Thrive. “We were in the middle of a global epidemic of stress and burnout even before COVID. Then the pandemic hit, and employee well-being and resilience shot to the top of the agenda for companies all over the world. At Thrive, we work with companies who realize that their most important resource is their people. They’re seeing the direct connection between the long-term health of their bottom line and the health and well-being of their employees.” ​Trust is important for a thriving workforce, according to the survey. Trust in colleagues was rated second only to fair pay and safe working conditions by workers (79%), while trust in leaders was rated highly by more than two-thirds (71%). Additionally, people want to work for companies that share their values and beliefs, with 70% seeking meaning in their daily work. ​The pandemic put mental health firmly at the top of public and corporate agendas and workers now see well-being as a shared responsibility with employers. Stress levels have dropped since the peak of the pandemic (42% to 38%) but are still higher than pre-March 2020. Increasingly, employers will be called on to address burnout, build resilience, and boost mental fitness.​The What Workers Want: From Surviving to Thriving at Work data provides clear insight and practical recommendations for organizations to understand what workers want to thrive at work, and what employers need to do now to ensure both organizations and individuals are primed to succeed.​Explore the new research: What Workers Want: From Surviving to Thriving at Work here. ​​​​About ManpowerGroupManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as the best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability, and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the thirteenth year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ​About ThriveThrive is a leading behavior change technology company founded by Arianna Huffington in 2016 with the mission to end the stress and burnout epidemic. Thrive helps individuals and organizations improve well-being, performance, and mental resilience with its AI-powered behavior change technology platform. Thrive’s Microsteps – small, science-backed steps to improve health and productivity – have been adopted by employees at more than 125 organizations in over 140 countries, from frontline and call center workers to executives at multinational companies. Thrive Global is headquartered in New York City and has offices in San Francisco, Dublin, Athens, Bucharest, and Melbourne. For more information, visit www.thriveglobal.com.​*About the Research: ManpowerGroup researched and analyzed responses from over 5,000 frontline, corporate, and call center workers, as well as job seekers, across five countries (Australia, France, Italy, United Kingdom, and United States) to learn what it means to thrive at work. And we’ve partnered with leading behavior change technology company Thrive to help turn those insights into action to ensure both organizations and individuals alike are resilient and primed to succeed. The Research was carried out by Reputation Leaders surveying workers aged 18 and over, balanced by age, and gender in 5 countries, across five countries, Australia, France, Italy, United Kingdom, and United States. ​SOURCE ManpowerGroup ​​

​CONTACTS: Mohammad Kashif [email protected] +60 11 1438 2855 ​ManpowerGroup is the leader in its industry to have climate action targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative.​​KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 3, 2021/PRNewswire/ --ManpowerGroup(NYSE: MAN) announced today that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the leading authority driving corporate climate action, has validated its ambitious targets to cut greenhouse gas emissions and drive positive climate action. ManpowerGroup's commitments are to reduce operational emissions (Scope 1 & 2) by 60% and supply chain emissions (Scope 3) by 30% by 2030. These validated science-based targets are a key part of ManpowerGroup's ambition to reach net zero by 2045 or sooner.​"With all eyes on COP26 this week there has never been more urgency for business, government and, consumers to accelerate climate action," said Jonas Prising, ManpowerGroup Chairman & CEO. "We believe what matters is measured, and what is prioritized and communicated gets done. Validation of these targets by SBTi gives our stakeholders – our employees, clients and candidates, supply chain, investors, and community partners – reassurance in our renewed commitment to People and Planet, and to advancing towards net zero."​This commitment is the latest milestone inManpowerGroup's Climate Action Plan to measure and reduce full value-chain impact, as outlined in the 2021 ESG Report, Working to Change the World. ManpowerGroup has long been committed to transparency on climate, disclosing to the Carbon Disclosure Project(CDP) for a decade and most recently moving towards aligning with the Task Force of Climate-Related Financial Disclosures guidelines. ManpowerGroup is actively engaged in theWorld Economic Forum Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders and recently co-signed an Open Letter pushing world leaders atCOP26to pursue ambitious public-private collaboration for climate action.​"We believe the future is one built on partnerships to be able to scale impact at speed," said Ruth Harper, ManpowerGroup Chief Communications & Sustainability Officer. "Setting and meeting science-based targets is how we can act faster and more collectively to slow the catastrophic climate events playing out in so many parts of the world right now.  And it's how we will accelerate job creation and demand for new skills, to reshape a more sustainable, resilient future with more opportunities for all."​SBTi provides independent, scientifically-validated confirmation thatManpowerGroup'semissions targets are consistent with reductions required to limit warming to 1.5°C, making a critical contribution to combat the effects of climate change with over 1,000 of the world's leading organizations.  Of the more than 4,200 companies in the G20 that have set climate targets, only 20% are science-based.​Explore the ManpowerGroup 2021 ESG Report ESG Report​About ManpowerGroupManpowerGroup®(NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality, and Disability and in 2021ManpowerGroupwas named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 12thyear - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.​About ManpowerGroup MalaysiaManpowerGroup® is the world’s workforce expert, creating innovative workforce solutions for 23 years in Malaysia. As workforce experts, we connect more thousands of people to meaningful work by closing on average 6,000 vacancies every year across a wide range of skills and industries. Through our ManpowerGroup® family of brands – Manpower®, Experis® and Talent Solutions – we help more than 200 clients yearly in Malaysia to address their critical talent needs, providing comprehensive solutions to resource, manage and develop talent. See how ManpowerGroup Malaysia is powering the future of work: https://www.manpowergroup.com/contact-us/malaysia​View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/manpowergroup-announces-validated-science-based-targets-and-commits-to-achieve-net-zero-by-2045-or-sooner-301414986.htmlSOURCE ManpowerGroup​

​CONTACTS: Mohammad Kashif [email protected] +60 11 1438 2855 ​HIRING OUTLOOKS IMPROVE, TALENT SHORTAGES ESCALATE​Globally, employers in 42 of the 43 countries and territories surveyed expect to grow payrolls during the third quarter of 2021, including six of the seven Asia Pacific countries Strongest hiring prospects are reported in the U.S. (+25%), Taiwan (+24%) and Australia (+17%) for the Asia Pacific, the weakest in Argentina (+1%), Panama (+1%), and South Africa (+1%) The most difficult positions to fill include Operations and Logistics, Manufacturing & Production and IT ​KUALA LUMPUR (JUNE 08, 2021) – According to the latest ManpowerGroup (NYSE-MAN) Employment Outlook Survey of over 45,000 employers in 43 countries, a post-pandemic hiring boom is on the horizon; with intentions at the most optimistic level since the beginning of the pandemic, with outlooks improving in 31 out of 43 countries when compared with the previous quarter. Yet that optimism is being tempered by the highest levels of global talent shortages in 15 years with 69% of employers reporting difficulty-filling vacancies. As childcare challenges, health concerns, and unemployment support programs continue, employers report the most difficulty filling roles that cannot be done remotely. ​More than 10,000 employers in the seven Asia Pacific countries and territories took part in the ManpowerGroup survey on hiring prospects for the July to September time frame. Employers in six of the seven countries and territories expect to add to payrolls during the next three months, while a flat labor market is expected in one. In comparison with the prior quarter, hiring plans to strengthen in three countries (China, Japan, and Hong Kong) and weaken in three (Taiwan, Singapore, and India)​Compared with all other regions, 15% of APAC employers plan to have employees work remotely all of the time, compared with just 5% in EMEA and 3% in the Americas Half of employers in APAC are the most optimistic about a return to pre-pandemic hiring levels by the end of 2022 (49%) China reports one of its strongest outlooks in years. Its Finance, Insurance & Real Estate sector outlook of +19% is the strongest reported since 2013 ​​View the complete Q3 2021 ManpowerGroup Employment Survey results: MEOS​The Chinese labor market is forecast to make a strong recovery from the impact of the pandemic during the coming quarter, with employers reporting the strongest hiring intentions in six years. Workforce gains are expected in all six Chinese industry sectors, with the strongest hiring sentiment reported in the Finance, Insurance & Real Estate, Services, Manufacturing, and the Wholesale & Retail Trade sectors – Outlooks for these four sectors are also the strongest reported in at least six years. ​For the fourth consecutive quarter, the strongest hiring climate in the Asia Pacific region is expected in Taiwan, fueled in part by bright hiring plans for the Mining & Construction sector and a brisk hiring pace in the Manufacturing sector, where the Outlook for the coming quarter is the strongest in six years. ​However, Hong Kong employers expect the subdued labor market to continue during the next three months, forecasting flat hiring activity overall, although limited payroll growth is expected in the Finance, Insurance & Real Estate, and Services sectors. ​In India, employers expect a modest increase in payrolls during the upcoming quarter, although hiring sentiment is slightly weaker when compared with the prior quarter, reflecting the ongoing impact of COVID-19 in the country. While the Manufacturing sector labor market continues to be relatively stable, the Services sector is slightly weaker when compared to the prior quarter and the Outlook in the Finance, Insurance & Real Estate sector is the weakest since the survey began in 2005. ​The upbeat hiring pace in Australia is expected to continue during the July to September period. The strongest hiring prospects in 10 years are reported by employers in the Finance, Insurance & Real Estate sector while the Services sector forecast improves sharply year-over-year. Elsewhere, the Mining & Construction sector is the strongest in more than two years following four consecutive quarters of improvement. ​Steady payroll growth is anticipated in Singapore for a third consecutive quarter, driven in part by an active labor market in the Finance, Insurance & Real Estate sector where employers report the strongest Outlook in more than six years and a steep increase year-over-year in the Services sector, while the Manufacturing sector forecast is the strongest in nine years. ​Job seekers in Japan can expect a fair hiring pace in the next three months, according to employers who report a moderate increase in hiring prospects when compared with the previous quarter. Hiring sentiment strengthens in all seven Japanese industry sectors when compared with three months ago, most notably in the Manufacturing, Wholesale & Retail Trade and Services sectors. ​ “Sam’s line.” ​​Global Hiring Plans by other Region ​AMERICAS: All ten countries report positive employment outlooking for the forthcoming quarter The most positive hiring intentions are reported in the U.S. (+25%), - its strongest outlook in 21 years - followed by Costa Rica (+9%) and Guatemala (+9%) The weakest outlooks are reported in Panama (+1%), Argentina (+1%), and Peru (+2%) One quarter (24%) of employers in the Americas were concerned about the impact of remote work on the productivity of employees In the U.S., the strongest sector is anticipated in Leisure & Hospitality where the bullish outlook of +41% is the strongest since the sector was first analyzed separately in 2009​EMEA: Hiring plans strengthen in 22 countries, weaken in two (Czech Republic and Turkey) The strongest hiring intentions are reported in Ireland (+15%), Greece (+15%) and Croatia (+14%), with the weakest in Spain (+4%), the Czech Republic (+4%) and South Africa (+1%) Nearly half (45%) of EMEA employers expect hiring levels to return to pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2022 As lockdown restrictions lift, in the UK, the Hotels & Retail sector outlook is the strongest in two years, standing at +8% ​​To view complete results for the ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, visit MEOSThe next survey will be released on September 07 2021 and will report hiring expectations for Q4 2021. ​The Employment Outlook Survey – conducted April 2021 – is the most comprehensive, forward-looking employment survey of its kind, used globally as a key economic indicator. The Net Employment Outlook is derived by taking the percentage of employers anticipating an increase in hiring activity and subtracting from this the percentage of employers expecting a decrease in hiring activity. ​*Talent Shortage – undertaken in January 2021 – is a survey of 42,000 global employers. It identifies the proportion of employers who report difficulty-filling positions in their organization. It reports on which jobs employers say are most difficult to fill, and identifies candidate shortcomings that are preventing employers from filling positions. Employers are also asked to gauge the degree of impact talent shortages have on their organizations and which strategies they are using to overcome the skills gap. ​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP MALAYSIAManpowerGroup® is the world’s workforce expert, creating innovative workforce solutions for 23 years in Malaysia. As workforce experts, we connect more thousands of people to meaningful work by closing on average 6,000 vacancies every year across a wide range of skills and industries. Through our ManpowerGroup® family of brands – Manpower®, Experis® and Talent Solutions – we help more than 200 clients yearly in Malaysia to address their critical talent needs, providing comprehensive solutions to resource, manage and develop talent. See how ManpowerGroup Malaysia is powering the future of work: https://www.manpowergroup.com/contact-us/malaysia​ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2020 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the eleventh year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.: www.manpowergroup.com​