Non-cognitive skills and immigrant-native inequalities in the labor market in Europe

Non-cognitive skills are increasingly essential in the labor market, especially given technological advances and evolving work environments. Unequal distribution of non-cognitive among various groups population may contribute to market inequalities. This article investigates significance for immigrant-native inequalities European market. Specifically, we examine potential differences between native immigrant how these affect their income. Additionally, explore whether equal levels have comparable payoffs society. We use, comparative survey data from Programme International Assessment Adult Competencies OLS regressions with country fixed effects. Our findings show that many immigrants exhibit lower than native-born workers, despite origin groups. difference explains part inequality most immigrant-origin Moreover, our results indicate immigrants, those Central Eastern countries, benefit less exercising workers. study highlights importance addressing disadvantage faced by emphasizes policymakers educators should recognize when developing policies targeting immigrants.