Reported about 18 hours ago
A survey from The Conference Board indicates that pay raises will be stagnant in 2026, averaging about 3.4%, similar to this year's increases. Economic uncertainty is leading many employers to scale back hiring and bonuses while prioritizing internal investments, with only a small percentage planning to exceed last year's pay budgets. Inflation and a cooling job market are causing workers to stay in their positions longer, even without significant raises, as job-switching opportunities and negotiating power diminish.
Source: YAHOO