The Global Talent Barometer 2025 analyzes the well-being, satisfaction and confidence of employees worldwide.

Introduction

• The report emphasizes the importance of human potential in the digital transformation.
• Employers need to understand and support the needs of their employees.

Core results

• Overall value of the barometer: 68 %.
• Increase in employee confidence, despite decline in job satisfaction.
• 37% of employees are concerned about their work-life balance.

Well-being at work

• Well-Being-Index: 67 %.
• 85% feel that their work is meaningful, but only 47% experience minimal stress.
• 64% feel supported in their work-life balance.

Job satisfaction

• Satisfaction index: 62 %.
• 58% believe that their job is secure.
• 64% are confident of finding a new job.

Confidence in the job

• Confidence index: 76 %.
• 78% have opportunities for career development.
• 90 % feel competent in their skills.

Conclusion

• High stress despite a sense of purpose at work, especially among Gen Z and millennials.
• Employers should provide clear career paths and support to retain talent.