Recent data from the first quarter of 2026 indicates a concerning trend in Milan's employment sector. While the city remains economically active, there is a significant increase in extremely short-term contracts, some lasting only two days. This shift highlights a growing lack of stability for workers in the metropolitan area. The CGIL trade union has raised an alarm regarding this trend toward precariousness. According to the union, the instability is partly driven by global economic uncertainty. Specifically, they cite the "Trump effect" as a contributing factor to the current volatility. This shift poses a significant risk to the long-term financial security of the local workforce.