Dire degree of decline in real wages


A REPORT by Permodalan Nasional Bhd Research Institute (PNBRI) highlights a concerning trend: While entry-level wages have generally increased over the past 25 years, the growth for tertiary graduates has lagged significantly.

Adjusted for inflation, median entry-level salaries for masters graduates fell by 28%, and for bachelor’s degree holders by 10%, over the period.

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