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Compensation costs up 2.3 percent in New England, 4.3 percent in Pacific region, over year ended September 2026 #BLSdata
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that compensation costs rose 2.3% in New England and 4.3% in the Pacific region over the year ended September 2026. The figures, released via the agency's official @BLS_gov account, highlight a widening gap in wage and benefit growth across U.S. regions. The Pacific region's 4.3% increase stands nearly a full percentage point above the national trend implied by the two regional readings, while New England's 2.3% pace suggests more muted labor cost pressure there. The data matter for employers and policymakers assessing regional inflation dynamics and wage competitiveness. Watch for the next quarterly Employment Cost Index release and any revisions to regional figures for confirmation of the divergence.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics, Pacific region, New England