Economists say the work-from-home trend, which was widespread during the pandemic, won't diminish to its pre-Covid level because it's profitable for employers.

KEY POINTS

  • Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, whom President-elect Donald Trump appointed to lead a new government efficiency team, said they intend to call federal employees back to the office five days a week.
  • Companies such as Amazon and The Washington Post are adopting a similar policy in 2025.
  • But many companies will keep remote or hybrid work arrangements, largely because they boost profits, economists said.
  • Some view return-to-office mandates as a stealthy way to reduce employee head count.
    • ShaggySnacksEnglish
      10·
      5 days ago

      If COVID was the best, just wait till bird flu gets here.

      • evilcultist@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
        17·
        5 days ago

        They probably won’t lock down again. It will be full steam ahead for the economy. Keep throwing bodies into the burner.

        • ShaggySnacksEnglish
          8·
          5 days ago

          All hail the Economy. We must sacrifice the plebs to make sure the Economy continues to award those at the top.