UNDER THE MICROSCOPE ⟩ Is the place clean for the smartest?
The Estonian government is optimistic about generating economic growth through AI, but questions arise regarding the sustainability of this growth amid reducing wage costs.
Lower wage growth and GDP growth - banks reduce forecasts due to the Middle East war
Latvian banks have revised down their GDP growth forecasts for the country, largely due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East affecting energy prices.
Businesses anticipate a wage growth of 4.2%: – Could dampen the interest rate forecast, predicts economist
Businesses in Norway expect a wage growth of 4.2% in 2026, which may influence interest rate policies according to economic forecasts.
Norges Bank: Companies believe wage growth this year will be 4.2% - but lower next year
Businesses in Norway anticipate a wage growth of 4.2% for this year, according to Norges Bank, expecting a slight decrease to 3.9% in the following year, while also projecting increased investments.
Average Salary in February Below Expectations. Again, the Lowest Result in Years
The average salary increase in Poland for February has fallen short of economists' expectations, marking the lowest growth seen in five years.
UK wage growth slows sharply as unemployment holds steady
Wage growth in the UK has decreased significantly, hitting the lowest rate in over five years, while unemployment remains stable at 5.2%.
In the Tripartite Council – passions about the minimum wage: employers want to change the formula for its calculation
Employers in Lithuania are advocating for changes to the formula used to calculate the minimum monthly salary (MMA) by excluding projected wage growth for the coming years.
Even in growing activities, there was a loss of private wage employment
Recent data reveals a significant decline in private sector employment in Argentina despite growth in some sectors.
Citadele Economist: Raising Interest Rates Now Would Push the Eurozone Economy into a Downturn
Citadele economist Aleksandras Izgorodinas argues that raising interest rates in the fragile European economy amid slow wage growth could be detrimental, particularly in the context of increased inflation risks due to global conflicts.
The Iran War Could Determine Your Wage Growth
The ongoing war in Iran is expected to affect wage negotiations in Norway due to rising inflation rates driven by increased prices of fuel and food.
Wage Growth of Workers Falls Below Nominal GDP Growth for Two Consecutive Years
The growth rate of wages for workers in South Korea has lagged behind nominal GDP growth for two consecutive years, contrasting sharply with previous trends.
Economic growth at the expense of low-wage earners? Thousands of workers face salary decline
Proposed changes to labor laws in Latvia threaten to significantly reduce overtime pay, potentially impacting thousands of workers' salaries.
Minimum wage will have a real increase of 2.3% in 2027 after GDP rise in 2025
Brazil's minimum wage is set to increase by 2.3% in 2027 based on the economy's growth in 2025, exceeding inflation expectations.
Average Salary in the Czech Republic Rose to 49 Thousand Crowns, Increasing by 7.2 Percent Year-on-Year
The average salary in the Czech Republic increased by 7.2 percent to 49,215 crowns last year, according to data from the Czech Statistical Office.
Mexico's Most Underutilized Asset
In Mexico, a significant gender gap persists in the workforce, with only 47.4% of women participating compared to 75.1% of men, highlighting a major economic opportunity being overlooked.
The Rise in Prices in Estonia is Driven by Faster Increase in Services
Analysts indicate that the rise in prices in Estonia is primarily driven by a faster increase in service costs, which is tied to wage growth.
Andrew Griffith: The stakeholders who cheered on the Liberals’ devastating immigration expansion
Andrew Griffith discusses the consequences of Canada's immigration policy under the Trudeau government, highlighting its impact on housing, public services, and wage growth.
The wage gap between regions increased by another 29 euros
The average monthly gross wage in Lithuania's capital region experienced a 4.3% increase in the last quarter, contributing to a widening wage gap between various regions.
STTK: The employee earns the CEO's daily wage in one and a half months
A recent report reveals that Finnish employees need to work 46 days to earn the daily wage of a CEO, highlighting ongoing disparities in income development between corporate leaders and workers.
Norges Bank Survey: Everyone Expects Higher Wage Growth
A recent survey by Norges Bank shows that expectations for wage growth in Norway are higher than last year's projections, with various economic actors predicting an average growth of around 4% by 2026.
Good news for minimum wage earners: a further increase is promised
The Lithuanian Government is planning to increase the minimum wage to address the rising cost of living and support wage growth amid concerns from the business sector.
Sodra calculated who received the biggest salary increases and who must only envy
Lithuania's average salary increased by 8.2% over the past year, influenced by a rise in minimum wage and varying growth rates across different economic sectors.
Stagnating Domestic Demand and Slowing Youth Employment... The Labor Market Dual Structure Solidifies Again
Recent data reveals a troubling widening of the wage gap between large and small businesses in South Korea, along with a decline in income growth for the youth, indicating a persistence of dual labor market structures.
Oxford Economics: When Will the Pay Gap Between Greece and Europe Close?
A webinar by Oxford Economics raised concerns over Greece's wage gap with the rest of Europe, suggesting little improvement is expected in the coming years.
Significant slowdown in wage growth in the enterprise sector. New data from GUS
Recent data from GUS indicates a notable decline in wage growth in Poland's enterprise sector, raising concerns about the overall labor market situation.
As real wage growth falls again, Australian workers must feel the economy is rigged against them
The article discusses the stagnant wage growth in Australia and the implications of rising interest rates on workers' purchasing power.
Workers go backwards as wages growth lags inflation over past year
New data from Australia shows that wage growth has not kept pace with inflation, leading to a decline in real wages for workers.
Australia news live: record renewable capacity added in last quarter of 2025; wage growth expected to remain on hold
Australia added a record amount of renewable energy capacity to its electricity grid in the last quarter of 2025, surpassing previous highs.
Ski pass and concert ticket prices have risen. Wage growth delay has caught up with services
Prices for ski passes and concert tickets have increased in Czechia, reflecting broader economic patterns.
Reform UK no longer ‘one-man band’, Farage says as he prepares to announce ‘shadow cabinet’ appointments – UK politics live
Nigel Farage's Reform UK is set to expand beyond a one-man operation as it announces new 'shadow cabinet' appointments amid rising unemployment and concerns over wage growth in the UK.
Unemployment in Britain at Highest Level in 5 Years
Unemployment in Britain has risen to 5.2%, marking its highest level in five years, with wage growth slowing, prompting expectations of a possible interest rate cut by the Bank of England.
UK unemployment rate rises to 5.2%, the highest level in nearly five years
The UK unemployment rate has increased to 5.2%, marking the highest level in almost five years, alongside a slowdown in wage growth.
VG: LO will fight for around 4 percent wage growth
The Norwegian trade union LO aims to secure a wage increase of approximately 4% in upcoming negotiations, highlighting concerns over rising wage disparities.
According to the new forecast, the state will collect 600 million euros less in taxes, with a significant drop in VAT
Slovakia's tax revenues are projected to be 600 million euros lower than budgeted, largely due to weaker economic growth and declining wage increases.
Salaries in the tourism industry at a record high. But job offers are becoming fewer
According to the 2025 Travel Salary Index report, the average salary for new positions in the UK tourism industry has reached a record high of £37,695 annually despite a decline in job offers.
TBU estimates price growth of 3 percent this year
TBU has projected a 3 percent price growth for the year, crucial for upcoming wage negotiations in Norway.
Management Mentions 'Base Up': The Changed Landscape of Spring Labor Offensive and the Key to Sustaining Wage Increases
The Japanese spring labor negotiations have transformed, focusing on a more proactive approach to wage increases as labor unions demand higher wages from reluctant companies.
The US labor market surprised. After this data, the Fed may halt cuts
The recent US labor market data reveals surprising job growth and a decrease in unemployment, leading to speculation about the Federal Reserve's next steps on interest rates.
"We have achieved a result where the public sector for the first time in decades comes ahead of the private sector"
A new agreement provides significant salary increases for public sector employees in Denmark, marking a historic shift where public salaries surpass those in the private sector.
WHO ARE THEY? ⟩ The third of the employees is doing side jobs to earn extra money
Due to stagnant wage growth and financial pressures, an increasing number of employees are seeking ways to earn extra income alongside their primary jobs, according to a survey involving over 4,500 participants.
DN Debate. "Catastrophe awaits when capital and power gather among the elite"
Financial expert and billionaire Robert Weil warns that the concentration of capital among a few threatens the democratic system as stock market gains greatly exceed wage growth.
Pensions will only increase by two percent until the end of the month
Pension adjustments will rise by approximately two percent due to slowing price and wage growth in the latter half of 2025, occurring biannually in January and July.
Piotr Bujak, chief economist of PKO BP: An even healthier and more stable growth
Poland's surprising deep disinflation has brought inflation down to the National Bank's target of 2.5% YoY, leading to unexpected projections for wage growth and unit labor cost dynamics.
Next year we expect wage growth, declining inflation, and challenges for industry, predicts economist Bureš
Economist Bureš forecasts wage growth and declining inflation for the upcoming year, alongside challenges facing the industry.
The Man Who Knows Nothing About Finance
The article features reader comments on the statement by HNB Governor Vujčić regarding wage growth in 2026 surpassing inflation rates.