This is very country-dependent. In some countries, there is a glass ceiling in commercial, government, and even politician jobs for those without PhDs. I was surprised to find folks pursuing a PhD simply as a career move, but apparently* it exists.
* The folk I met sure were convinced and were motivated enough to obtain the PhD to get access to better non-academic careers.
I concede that -- and there are some jobs specifically for PhDs. However, I was actually more saying that the reason why I DON'T recommend it for most people is that a PhD could be very frustrating if the only reason why you're getting it is to get a job. OF COURSE, if the job you get is one you truly like afterwards, then it's not so bad. But then, in the case that you mention, there should be a clear path towards that, and not some vague notions that it MIGHT get you a job.
This is very country-dependent. In some countries, there is a glass ceiling in commercial, government, and even politician jobs for those without PhDs. I was surprised to find folks pursuing a PhD simply as a career move, but apparently* it exists.
* The folk I met sure were convinced and were motivated enough to obtain the PhD to get access to better non-academic careers.