AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWage-theft settlement: KQED agreed to pay about $895,000 to resolve a class-action accusing the public broadcaster of unpaid wages, improper meal/rest breaks, and off-the-clock work claims. Labor market watch: A new US jobs report is expected to show payroll growth rebounded in August, but hiring remains cautious and could be limited by job losses tied to the end of Haitian Temporary Protected Status. Minimum-wage pressure: Starbucks boycott activity continues as workers push for a $17 wage and stronger workplace protections, with unions backing the campaign. Hiring push: Aldi says it has 20 North East roles open now, with salaries topping £98,050, as it plans thousands of seasonal jobs. Visa enforcement: US officials revoked H-1B petitions over alleged low wage classifications at an IT firm, adding to scrutiny of how employers pay skilled workers. Career pathways: SkillsUSA recognized thousands of students at its national conference, highlighting hands-on training that feeds directly into employable skills.
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