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

• [New] Bank of England policymakers have warned against the dangers of wage growth feeding into inflation, when the costs of pay rises are passed on to consumers through higher costs. City AM
• [New] The BOE still sees wage growth around 3.7% by year-end-above the roughly 3% rate consistent with 2% inflation-while food inflation, which is highly salient for households, could reach about 5.5%. Stock Market Update
• [New] Bank of Canada maintains 5% rates amid inflation risks from unit labour cost pressures, prioritizing wage-productivity alignment over headline employment gains. Ainvest
• [New] Growth in real gross disposable income per household is projected to turn positive in 2025 and increase gradually out to 2027, supported by increases in wage income and moderating inflation. / Ireland Central Bank of Ireland
• In 2025, California legislators passed new employment laws that will bring changes to employment contracts, pay data reporting, paid family leave, and other employment-related topics. National Law Review
• Japan's largest labour federation, Rengo, will demand at least a 5% pay hike in 2026's wage talks, matching last year's target that produced average gains of 5.25%. Stock Market Update
• Signs that inflation may be slightly stickier than expected could cause concern for the Bank of Canada and somewhat reduce the likelihood of a cut at the October meeting, especially when look at in conjunction with the rebound in employment and continued resilience in consumer spending. Morningstar, Inc.
• Labour experts tell us that, by 2031, 72% of good jobs - the ones that offer a living wage and decent benefits-will require advanced education. Forbes
• By 2026, Florida's minimum wage will reach $ 15/hr, and future increases will be tied to inflation and the Consumer Price Index (CPI). https://blackwell-lab.com/
• The Bank of England states that it will continue to monitor inflation, growth, and employment, and will take a 'gradual, careful approach' to further cuts. Kingdom Bank
• Pay discrimination rollbacks will widen wage gaps costing women of colour $1 million over their careers. Equal Rights Advocates
• Inflation remains above target but is beginning to show signs of moderation, suggesting the Bank of Japan (BoJ) will maintain a gradual policy approach as it awaits clearer evidence of durable wage-driven inflation and stronger domestic demand. Otet Markets Blog
• 1,000 existing Work Coaches will be deployed in 2025 to 2026 to deliver intensive voluntary employment support to around 65,000 sick and disabled people - helping them to break down barriers to opportunity, drive growth and unlock the benefits of work. GOV.UK
• The UK could reap huge financial benefits by giving carers more support to enter, and remain in, employment. theHRDIRECTOR
• Inflation has eased to 2.7%, but the Bank of Japan's upcoming rate decision will hinge on whether wage growth justifies tightening. / Japan Ag Bull Trading
• The Reserve Bank of Australia has indicated the possibility that inflation may exceed earlier expectations in the third quarter, citing stronger-than-anticipated economic signals even as employment growth slows. Insurance Business
• A gradual wage increase could lift nearly 900,000 Americans out of poverty, although it may slightly impact small business hiring rates. FFESP
• With UK inflation currently at 3.8%, it means wage growth will likely be the most influential factor in state pension payment increases. Morningstar, Inc.
• Structural resilience from high-income consumer spending and AI productivity offsets risks like wage-driven inflation and global trade uncertainties. Ainvest

Last updated: 11 November 2025