Real and nominal unit labour costs – a sector-by-sector analysis

Sectoral Reports Ilkka Kiema

Real unit labour costs reflect the labour share of income, while nominal unit labour costs are also influenced by price developments. In manufacturing, nominal unit labour costs have not exhibited the same upward trend as in other sectors. In Finland, real unit labour costs have fluctuated exceptionally widely in manufacturing, transport and storage, and accommodation and food service activities. (AI translation)

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