AI Data Insight
In the first quarter of 2026, U.S. seasonally adjusted personal wages and salaries income reached 13,338.7 billion USD, continuing to climb from 13,111.0 billion USD in the previous quarter and setting a new record high. Nominal wage growth continues to outpace inflation. Driven by the construction and financial sectors, the labor market has demonstrated extreme resilience, providing a solid backing for U.S. consumption momentum.