Kathryn Mayer

July 10, 2026 | Kathryn Mayer Health benefit costs are on pace to increase 6.7% in 2026, pushing the average cost above $18,500 per employee, according to recent data from consulting firm Mercer.

After cost of living rose significantly in the past couple of months, the latest inflation report is offering evidence of a reprieve for workers: Inflation has eased in the past month following a decline in gas prices.

After cost of living rose significantly in the past couple of months, the latest inflation report is offering evidence of a reprieve for workers: Inflation has eased in the past month following a decline in gas prices.

July 14, 2026 | Kathryn Mayer The IRS has made a rare midyear change to the standard mileage rate due to high fuel prices.

July 20, 2026 | Kathryn Mayer Rising healthcare costs aren't employers' only benefits problem.

The proposed change would modernize how health plans communicate — and help employers save billions of dollars in the process, the department said.

July 24, 2026 | Kathryn Mayer The gender pay gap continues to narrow, but the estimated earnings lost to that gap over the past quarter

A pair of new surveys suggests that salary increases in 2027 will decline modestly from 2026 levels but remain largely stable overall.

July 31, 2026 | Kathryn Mayer Tax-advantaged savings accounts designed for Americans with disabilities are an underutilized financial wellness

July 31, 2026 | Kathryn Mayer Menopause benefits may be the hottest benefit trend of 2026.