ASEAN businesses are rethinking hiring and investment as growth priorities shift, according to a new study.

The study, from recruitment firm Reeracoen Group, examines how companies across Southeast Asia are adapting their workforces and spending plans amid changing economic conditions. Kenji Naito, Group Chief Executive Officer of Reeracoen Group, said businesses are adjusting their strategies to stay competitive. The findings suggest companies are placing greater emphasis on flexibility and long-term planning as they prepare for future growth.