Countries compete to keep skilled young workers
Published On Feb 24, 2025, 7:03 PM
The article discusses the trend of skilled Portuguese workers migrating abroad, driven by better salary prospects in countries like Ireland and the US. One engineer, Duarte Dias, moved first to Dublin and then to Seattle, significantly increasing his income compared to Portugal, where high taxes and low salaries make it difficult for young professionals to thrive. The Portuguese government has implemented tax incentives aimed at retaining young workers, but experts believe these measures are insufficient to combat the larger trend of emigration, driven by better job opportunities abroad and an unfavorable tax environment at home.
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The talent exodus from Portugal may lead to labor shortages in key sectors, potentially impacting the Portuguese economy negatively in the long term. However, for technology companies that operate in international markets like Microsoft, the recruitment of skilled professionals in higher-paying environments may suggest continued growth and vitality in their operations, benefiting their stock performance.
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