The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently withdrew a 2021 tipped-wage rule vacated by a federal appeals court in August 2024, officially reinstating the pre-2021 regulation for tipped employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

While no one knows what 2025 will bring from an economic point of view and there are several factors that are beyond the control of organizations, they can implement various strategies to man- age a major expense, namely healthcare.

Compensation budgets are holding steady for 2025, even as concerns over talent attraction and retention ease. Employers plan to allocate similar salary increases as in 2024, according to expert projections.

Most employees feel good about their retirement savings, but rising day-to-day expenses can create enough stress to affect workplace productivity. To attract and retain top talent, employers should consider these financial challenges when updating benefits for 2025.

A troubling new study reveals that the majority of employees are not using all of their paid time off (PTO), costing them and their employers.

A new study reveals that many Americans feel anxious and uncertain when it comes to planning for their retirement years. With 46% of respondents reporting that they lack confidence in having enough money saved, employers have an opportunity to step up with more robust retirement benefits to attract and retain talent.