Our Scans · (FS.6.01) Employment & Wages · Weekly Summary

• [New] After several years of elevated pay gains, Deloitte expects wage growth to remain under control in 2026. HRD Canada
• [New] On the macro side, investor focus will remain riveted on disposable income trends, wage growth, and inflation trajectories in Inditex's key markets across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Inditex S.A. Stock: Quiet Rally, Firm Fundamentals, And
• Inflation is projected to ease steadily, helped by fading price pressures, reaching 2.6% in 2026 and 2.3% in 2027.Private sector employment growth is expected to remain muted, with higher labour costs and soft activity weighing on hiring. CBI
• Last year heralded a notable influx of UK Government funding, and commencing April, we anticipate significant increases in the minimum wage and state pension, as well as reductions in energy expenses-all achievements facilitated by a Labour Government. RS Web Solutions
• Services inflation will remain closely watched by the ECB given firmer-than-expected wage growth, while authorities are also monitoring potential trade diversion effects from Chinese exports, which have so far had a limited impact on consumer prices. investing.com
• With inflation moderating, wage growth stabilizing, and interest rates potentially trending down in 2026, many households will have an opportunity to strengthen financial foundations. Wedbush Securities
• A new chair with a contrasting policy stance could shift the Fed's approach to inflation targeting or employment priorities, creating volatility in both equity and crypto markets. Ainvest
• In New York, laws going into effect in 2026 will reshape everyday life, from upping the minimum wage to new rules for delivery workers, tipping, and pay transparency. Washington Examiner
• A major Social Security change in 2026 will raise the wage cap, making some workers pay more payroll tax. Economic Times
• AI investment is fueling optimism for 2026, even as policymakers and economists remain cautious about inflation, employment, and long-term risks. Davis Capital Management

Last updated: 13 January 2026