Analysis

February 20, 2023

Despite corporate cost-cutting, HR tech startups say they’re more in demand than ever

Several early-stage French benefits startups say business is good as companies want to retain staff


Selin Bucak

4 min read

The Benefiz team

As the global economy slows, many companies are hunkering down, cutting headcount and spending.

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Selin Bucak

Selin Bucak is a freelance finance writer based in Paris. She tweets from @SelinBucak2

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