private sector

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Even so, Singh remains determined to pursue a government career rather than enter the private sector, where she’s seen layoffs at major companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

In 2023, the U.S. parent companies of U.S.-based multinational companies paid their 29.9 million workers in America an average total compensation of $97,078—about 20% above the average in the rest of the private sector.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

It also radically changed how the office operated, according to interviews with more than a dozen people who worked there or interacted with it from the private sector or other parts of the government.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

Working in Japan’s favor are shareholder-friendly governance reforms in the private sector and increased demand for Japanese services and goods as nations race to revitalize manufacturing and reduce reliance on China.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

He’d carried the load admirably, inspiring people like Barack and Valerie to move out of the private sector and into community work and public service.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama