In August, average nominal monthly wage increased, year-on-year, in 9 out of 10 monitored sectors of the economy. Wages rose more in construction (by 13.1% to €921) and in accommodation (by 12.9% to €1,012). In industry, wages increased by 9.1% to €1,351. Wages stagnated in food and beverage service activities. High increase in consumer prices (inflation) caused a drop in real wages, which were decreasing for the second month in all sectors. The most significant decrease in real wages by more than 12% was recorded in food and beverage service activities.
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