Salariul net crește cu 5%, puterea de cumpărare scade a 15-a lună la rând

In September 2026, the average net salary increased by 5%, but real purchasing power declined for the 15th consecutive month due to inflation. The average net salary reached 5,717 lei, reflecting a nominal increase but a real decrease of 1.5% compared to the previous year. Inflation was recorded at 6.9%, surpassing salary growth. The highest salaries were in IT and oil extraction, while the lowest were in service activities and fishing. The public sector saw mixed results, with slight declines in health and public administration, while education remained stable. Inflation continues to rise, prompting potential monetary policy adjustments.