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周末,炸锅!特朗普突然宣布
Zhong Guo Ji Jin Bao· 2025-09-20 11:28
Core Points - Trump has signed an executive order imposing a $100,000 application fee for H-1B work visas to curb what his administration calls excessive use of the program [3][4] - The H-1B visa is popular among large U.S. companies for bringing in skilled foreign talent, particularly in the tech industry [4][6] - The new fee is expected to significantly impact industries that heavily rely on H-1B talent, especially technology [6][10] Industry Impact - The tech industry, which has long depended on H-1B visas to fill talent gaps, may face challenges in recruiting skilled workers due to the high costs associated with the new fee [6][10] - Companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta have been among the largest recipients of H-1B visas, with Amazon and AWS receiving over 12,000 approvals in the first half of 2025 [9] - The new policy may disadvantage medium-sized and small businesses, which may struggle to afford the new fee compared to larger firms [10][11] Government and Policy Context - The executive order is part of a broader trend of tightening immigration policies and setting stricter limits on the types of individuals allowed to enter the U.S. [6] - The H-1B program has historically been a point of contention, with Trump previously expressing mixed views on its necessity for U.S. competitiveness [7][10] - The announcement has sparked concerns among immigration lawyers and industry leaders about the potential negative effects on the U.S. economy and its global competitiveness [10][11]
美国上周首申失业金人数大幅回落至23.1万,创近四年来最大降幅
Hua Er Jie Jian Wen· 2025-09-18 22:32
Group 1 - The U.S. labor market is facing a dual decline in supply and demand, with a notable decrease in initial jobless claims but an overall weak employment environment [1][2] - The number of initial jobless claims for the week ending September 13 was 231,000, lower than the expected 240,000 and down from the previous week's 263,000, indicating a return to a normal range over the past four years [2] - Despite the drop in initial claims, the number of individuals continuing to receive unemployment benefits remains above 1.9 million, highlighting the challenges for existing unemployed individuals to find new jobs [2][4] Group 2 - The average duration of unemployment has increased to 24.5 weeks in August, the longest since April 2022, reflecting longer job search periods for unemployed individuals [4] - Job creation has significantly slowed, with an average monthly increase of only 29,000 jobs over the past three months, indicating a stagnation in hiring activity [4] - The fluctuations in unemployment data are believed to be linked to seasonal hiring and layoffs in the Texas education system, which can temporarily impact unemployment figures [6] Group 3 - Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell described the current labor market as an unusual balance, where both supply and demand have significantly decreased, leading to rising unemployment rates [8] - Economists attribute the slowdown in labor demand to uncertainties stemming from import tariffs, while tightened immigration policies have reduced labor supply, creating this unique market dynamic [8] - The Federal Reserve's recent policy actions, including the resumption of interest rate cuts, reflect concerns about the labor market and a desire to support employment [8]
美国入籍考试变难 “道德”审查趋严
Xin Hua She· 2025-09-18 07:57
除知识测试外,申请人还需证明其英语水平达标并展现"良好道德品质"。德新社说,对道德品质的具体 标准往往随政府政治立场的变化而有所不同。 特朗普今年年初再次入主白宫以来,不断收紧移民政策,一方面强化对非法移民的驱逐力度,一方面加 大了对学生签证等合法签证持有人的审查力度。此前,美国媒体报道,特朗普政府正在审查约5500万名 美国签证持有人,若查出有违规行为将可能撤销签证或驱逐出境。此外,美国还将移民申请人是否涉 及"反美活动"纳入审查标准,引发舆论担忧。 (文章来源:新华社) 美国公民及移民服务局17日宣布,将重新实施更为严格的入籍考试标准,申请人除需通过难度更高的知 识测试外,还需证明其英语水平达标并展现"良好道德品质"。该机构宣称,此举旨在"恢复入籍程序的 完整性"。 公民及移民服务局发布声明称,新规将修改入籍考试内容,要求申请者从128道题的题库中回答20道关 于美国历史、政治及制度的知识测试题,答对12题及以上方可通过。而此前考试仅从100道题的题库中 抽取10道题,答对6题即可通过。 此次修订版考试方案适用于2025年10月中旬以后提交入籍申请的申请人。此前提交的申请仍按原规定评 估。 ...
Why Constellation Brands Stock Pulled Back Today
The Motley Fool· 2025-09-02 18:45
Core Viewpoint - Constellation Brands has significantly reduced its full-year guidance, leading to a notable decline in its stock price, reflecting challenges in the beer market and broader economic conditions [1][3]. Financial Performance - The company has revised its adjusted earnings-per-share (EPS) forecast from a range of $12.60 to $12.90 down to a range of $11.30 to $11.60 [3]. - Organic net sales are now expected to decline between 4% to 6%, compared to the previous forecast of a 2% decline to a 1% gain [3]. Market Conditions - CEO Bill Newlands highlighted a challenging macroeconomic environment that has dampened consumer demand and led to more volatile purchasing behavior [4]. - There has been a deceleration in high-end beer buy rates, particularly among Hispanic consumers, attributed to the immigration crackdown [4]. Industry Challenges - The alcohol sector is facing multiple headwinds, including a decrease in consumption among young people, tariffs affecting global sales, and competition from craft brewers [5]. - Despite these challenges, the company claims to be gaining market share, indicating it is outperforming its peers [4]. Historical Context - Constellation Brands experienced significant stock growth over a decade ago after acquiring rights to sell Corona and Modelo but has faced struggles since then [6]. - The recent guidance cut and ongoing challenges in the beer industry suggest that a quick turnaround is unlikely, despite interest from notable investors like Warren Buffett [6].
【环球财经】美媒:特朗普政府审查5500万美签持有人
Xin Hua She· 2025-08-22 00:21
Core Points - The Trump administration is reviewing 55 million visa holders in the U.S., with potential visa revocation or deportation for those found in violation [1] - The U.S. State Department stated that all visa holders will undergo "continuous review," and any signs of non-compliance may lead to visa cancellation or deportation [1] - Signs of non-compliance include overstaying, criminal behavior, threats to public safety, involvement in terrorism, or support for terrorist organizations [1] Immigration Policy Changes - Since Trump's return to the White House, immigration policies have tightened, increasing scrutiny on both illegal immigrants and legal visa holders [1] - Over 6,000 student visas have been revoked this year, as reported by multiple U.S. media outlets [1] - The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services updated its policy manual to consider factors such as anti-American sentiments and affiliations with terrorist organizations when processing immigration benefits [1]
对市场至关重要的问题:美国就业塌方的原因是什么?
Hua Er Jie Jian Wen· 2025-08-10 05:17
Core Viewpoint - The U.S. job market is cooling significantly, raising debates on whether the issue stems from a lack of workers or a decline in job demand, which directly impacts Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions [1][2]. Group 1: Supply Shortage Perspective - The labor force participation rate has dropped by 0.4 percentage points over the past three months, marking the largest decline in eight years, indicating reduced labor supply [3]. - Morgan Stanley's chief economist suggests that the slowdown in job growth is not contradictory to the low unemployment rate, especially considering immigration controls [3]. - Data shows a reduction of approximately 1 million foreign-born workers over the past three months, which the White House cites as a success of its immigration policies [3]. - Federal Reserve Chairman Powell indicated that as long as the unemployment rate does not rise significantly, the Fed will overlook the recent hiring slowdown [3]. Group 2: Demand Weakness Perspective - Citigroup's economist emphasizes that while immigration reduction has an impact, the details suggest that demand weakness is worsening [4]. - Analysts, including those from Bloomberg, argue that the report's data on foreign-born and native-born labor may contain statistical biases, as the sudden increase in native-born labor seems unrealistic [4]. - Analysts are focusing more on hiring data from business surveys, which were significantly revised down for May and June, to assess labor market conditions [4][5]. - Different analysts have drawn varying conclusions regarding the performance of industries heavily reliant on immigrant labor, with some indicating weakness in construction, manufacturing, and leisure sectors [5].
葡萄牙将进一步收紧移民政策
news flash· 2025-06-13 07:11
Core Points - The Portuguese government approved a governance program that will be submitted to the parliament, focusing on ten priority areas [1] - The program includes revisions to labor laws, advancement of national reforms, and tightening of immigration policies [1] - New immigration policy guidelines involve enhanced entry regulation, revision of existing entry systems and channels, and the establishment of a dedicated department within the public safety police system to handle foreign and border affairs [1]
联合国预计全球经济放缓,英国出台反移民政策 | 财经日日评
吴晓波频道· 2025-05-16 15:39
Global Economic Outlook - The United Nations projects global economic growth to slow to 2.4% in 2025, down from 2.9% in 2024, indicating a significant decline [1] - Global trade growth is expected to plummet from 3.3% in 2024 to 1.6% in 2025, with developing countries facing multiple challenges including reduced exports and tightening financing conditions [1] - Inflation is anticipated to be 3.6% in 2025, higher than earlier predictions, reflecting a deceleration in the overall decline of inflation levels [1] China Urban Planning - The newly released 2025 version of the "National Land Space Planning Urban Health Assessment Regulations" emphasizes a people-centered approach and introduces new indicators for urban planning [3] - The regulations aim to enhance urban infrastructure and ensure a balanced development of urban areas, addressing issues like traffic congestion and inadequate facilities [3][4] Japanese Economic Performance - Japan's economy contracted for the first time in a year, with a 0.2% decline in Q1 2025, contrasting with a 0.6% growth in the previous quarter [5] - The Bank of Japan has revised its GDP growth forecasts downwards for the next two fiscal years, reflecting ongoing economic challenges [5][6] UK Immigration Policy - The UK government has introduced stringent measures to reduce immigration, including tightening visa standards and extending the residency requirement for permanent residency [7][8] - The policy aims to address labor market imbalances and public service demands following a surge in immigration during the pandemic [8] Automotive Industry Performance - Geely Automobile reported a 264% increase in net profit for Q1 2025, with revenue reaching 72.495 billion yuan, driven by a record sales volume of 703,800 vehicles [9] - The company is undergoing strategic integration of its brands to enhance operational efficiency and market competitiveness [9][10] Alibaba Financial Results - Alibaba's revenue for the fiscal year 2025 was 996.347 billion yuan, a 6% increase year-on-year, with a notable performance in its core e-commerce and cloud services [11][12] - Despite growth in revenue, the company faces challenges in profitability due to high operational costs and external market pressures [11][12] NetEase Financial Performance - NetEase reported a 36% increase in net profit for Q1 2025, with total revenue of 28.8 billion yuan, primarily driven by its gaming segment [13] - The company is focusing on enhancing the performance of existing games while optimizing its marketing strategies to improve profitability [13][14]