skilled

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Manufacturers are losing lots of skilled, older workers as they retire, but they are not trying to replace them because of uncertainty about future sales.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

In skilled trades, retiring workers are driving a lot of the demand, while the aging population is driving more demand for eldercare.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

But U.S. firms proved reluctant due to the company’s tarnished reputation, in addition to Congo’s poor infrastructure, limited skilled labor, resource nationalism and reputation for government corruption.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The States of Guernsey said recruiting skilled teachers continued to be difficult but remained a priority.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Stones in different columns have different values, and by manipulating them a skilled user can add large numbers with great speed.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife