The average nominal wage in the Czech Republic rose by 6.4% yoy in 2Q26, following a 6.1% increase in 1Q, which was revised down from the originally reported 8.1% yoy. From a sectoral perspective, the public sector saw higher growth over the past year, with salaries rising by 6.9% yoy, while wages in the private sector increased by 6.1% yoy. Adjusted for inflation, the purchasing power of the average monthly wage rose by 4.3% yoy in 2Q26.