11.09.202612:30:00UTC+00US Real Earnings Edge Up 0.2% in August, Breaking Flat Trend

Real earnings in the United States rose by 0.2% in August 2026 on a month-over-month basis, according to data updated on 11 September 2026. The move marks an improvement from July 2026, when real earnings were unchanged at 0.0% compared with the previous month.

The figures are based on a month-over-month comparison, where the current reading reflects the change in real earnings in August relative to July, while the previous indicator captured the change in July relative to June. The shift from flat growth in July to a modest gain in August suggests a slight pickup in workers’ purchasing power after a period of stagnation. Investors and policymakers will be watching upcoming releases to see whether this improvement in real earnings can be sustained in the months ahead.