Russian nominal wages rose 15.4% year-on-year in the first two months of 2026, according to Rosstat data. Real wages grew by 8.9% as labor shortages continue to drive salary increases across several key sectors of the economy.
According to Rosstat data, Russia's average nominal monthly salary increased by 15.4% year-on-year in January-February 2026, with real wages rising by 8.9% after inflation. Analysts attribute the growth in specific sectors, such as hospitality and retail, primarily to an acute labor shortage.
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