Job ads rise for second straight month but salary costs up 4.1% and climbing

By Yajush Gupta · 21 May 2026 · News

Job ads rise for second straight month but salary costs up 4.1% and climbing

Job Ads Bounce Back, But What's Behind the Rising Salary Costs?

Job listings are on the upswing, but a growing concern is leaving economists puzzled. Will the market's momentum be enough to offset the increasing costs?

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Summary

Job ads are recovering and salaries are rising at 4.1 per cent annually. SEEK’s Chief Economist says hiring confidence remains muted.

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