# Non-compete clauses on the rise: the fine print that follows you

Non-compete clauses are increasingly appearing in employment contracts across various industries, restricting workers from joining competitors after leaving a job. This trend reduces worker mobility and bargaining power, affecting career opportunities and wage growth.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://oecdecoscope.blog/2026/07/07/the-fine-print-that-follows-you-out-the-door-non-compete-clauses-are-spreading-and-holding-back-growth/) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:48:00 +0000