Due to global economic slowdown and recession fears, the Indian IT sector is significantly reducing new hiring.
The Naukri Jobspeak Index highlights a substantial 46% decrease in software and software services hiring in July 2023 compared to the same month in the previous year.
Leading IT companies like TCS, Wipro, and HCL Tech have reported their lowest net additions of employees in five fiscal years.
The industry is adopting a cautious approach due to predicted US recession and global economic uncertainty, resulting in reduced pay raises and job security concerns for employees.