Malaysia recorded 52,607 job losses by mid-July 2026, with new data showing white-collar workers among the hardest hit groups. The latest figures from the Social Security Organization (PERKESO) showed that retrenchments are increasing faster than last year. According to PERKESO’s Employment Insurance System (EIS) report, 52,607 workers applied for unemployment benefits as of July 16, … Continue reading 52,607 Job Losses Rise As White-Collar Employees Face Biggest Impact in Malaysia