Labor Cost Survey

The Labor Cost Survey (LCS) 1998 is the first undertaking of its kind by the Bureau of Labor and Employment and Statistics (BLES). It is an establishment survey that inquires on the levels and composition of labor cost in non-agricultural industries. The LCS is the Bureau's response to address a gap in the wage statistics program of the country.

A. Objectives

The Labor Cost Survey (LCS) aims to compile statistics to measure the level and composition of labor cost in the country.

B. Uses of data

· As measure of labor cost differential across industries

· In aid of regulating minimum wages and collective bargaining and fixing social security contributions

· In aid to wage negotiations and wage policy formulation

· Basis for investment decisions and provide indications on industry competitiveness in international trade

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Labor Cost Survey 1998

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