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πŸ“±22% Decline in Smartphone Shipments. 500 Global Biodiesel Plants. MBA Graduate Hiring.

Chart of the Day #154 looks at Job Recruitment, Biodiesel and Smartphones

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The European Union (EU) is imposing provisional duties on China's biodiesel imports under its anti-dumping regulation, ranging from 12.8 to 36.4%. In a recent report, India's white-collar job market shifted back to late 2023 levels in July, with 260,000 active vacancies across sectors.

Today's Topics

πŸ’Ό Job Recruitment. The Middle East led in hiring MBA graduates globally
πŸ›’οΈ Biodiesel. The number of global biodiesel plants has remained over 500 since 2019
πŸ“± Smartphones. Global smartphone shipments fell 22% in the last 5 years

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πŸŽ“ The Middle East Led in Hiring MBA Graduates Globally

The Middle East had the highest share of companies hiring MBA graduates globally, with 97% of companies in the region hiring these graduates. This figure is slightly higher than the global average of 91%, reflecting the region's strong demand for advanced business skills and strategic management expertise in its growing and diversifying economy.

πŸ›’οΈ The Number of Global Biodiesel Plants Has Remained Over 500 Since 2019

The global count of major biodiesel production plants has consistently remained above 500, reflecting the industry's stable growth and demand. This is driven by ongoing investments in renewable energy, government mandates, and increasing awareness of environmental sustainability.

πŸ“± Global Smartphone Shipments Fell 22% in the Last 5 Years

Global smartphone shipments declined by 22% over the past five years, after experiencing annual increases from 2011 to 2017. This decline is attributed to market saturation, longer device replacement cycles, and economic factors. Additionally, advancements in smartphone technology have reduced the need for frequent upgrades, contributing to the steady drop in shipments since 2017.


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