Real wage growth in Taiwan reached an 11-year high in the first eight months of the year, supported by strong exports and moderate inflation that helped wages outpace consumer prices. In August, the average regular monthly wage rose 3.28% year-on-year to NT$52,523, while the total monthly wage, including bonuses and overtime, climbed 6.64% to NT$69,520. The median regular wage, which is less affected by outliers, was notably lower at NT$41,353, suggesting typical workers earn well below the average. Gains varied sharply by industry: financial and insurance services rose 5.85%, while accommodation and food services grew only 0.4%. After inflation, the total monthly wage increase of 2.66% over the eight months was the highest in 11 years.
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