The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported a 0.3 percent increase in nonfarm business sector productivity for the first quarter of 2026, alongside a 1.8 percent rise in unit labor costs, both at seasonally adjusted annual rates. This data was released on June 4, 2026.
In the manufacturing sector, productivity saw a more significant increase of 3.2 percent. Concurrently, unit labor costs in manufacturing also rose by 2.2 percent during the same period.
These figures provide key insights into the economic performance and labor market dynamics for the beginning of 2026.