Changes in average monthly minimum wages set in collective agreements for 10 low-paid jobs, in nominal and real terms, 1 January 2024 to 1 January 2025 (%)
Figure 6: Changes in average monthly minimum wages set in collective agreements for 10 low-paid jobs, in nominal and real terms, 1 January 2024 to 1 January 2025 (%)
Notes: Change is calculated in national currencies. Many agreements were renewed during the year. Rates agreed after 1 January 2025 were not taken into account. Real values were calculated using monthly inflation data and comparing price levels in January 2024 and January 2025 (prc_hicp_midx).
Source: Network of Eurofound Correspondents, based on collective agreements and Eurostat data.
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