AI Data Insight

U.S. seasonally adjusted compensation of employees in Q2 2026 increased to $13.37 trillion, slightly exceeding the previous value and continuing to set a new historical high. Although personal income performance in May was unexpectedly strong, the overall Q2 quarter-on-quarter wage growth narrowed to 0.24%. Coupled with lingering inflationary pressures, subsequent employment and consumption momentum may face the dual test of a high base and savings depletion.

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