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US firms plan to increase employee base salary budgets by an average 3.3% in 2027

A majority of companies are also expecting incentive payouts to fall below target levels.

31 Aug 20261 min read

US firms plan to increase employee base salary budgets by an average 3.3% in 2027. A majority of companies are also expecting incentive payouts to fall below target levels.

Why this matters

This matters because Global Workforce Trends developments can affect hiring decisions, worker readiness, compliance obligations, and cross-border opportunity planning.

Effect on employers, recruiters and job seekers

Recruiters, employers, and job seekers should review the operational and compliance implications before making decisions based on the update.

Source: HR Dive

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