Hiring trends

Even as employers grow more cautious on hiring, companies are strengthening AI governance frameworks to improve resilience and long-term performance.

In the Gulf region, tensions that escalated in February 2026 have not halted hiring activities; however, the process has become more protracted, selective, and contingent.

For job seekers and companies alike, the message is clear: success in this new era will belong to those who can pivot fast, embrace change, and stay in sync with a digital-first, AI-driven world