


A nationwide survey finds 41% of workers say mental health or substance use issues affected their jobs, costing more than $1 trillion over five years.
Some 80% of respondents said they expect estate planning to be integrated into financial wellness offerings.
More than half of instances of harassment, discrimination and violence are going unaddressed, but technology is bridging the gap.
Direct-to-employer carve-outs can make drugs like GLP-1s more affordable for companies and more accessible for employees.

New drug pricing proposals could reshape employer pharmacy strategy, as benefit managers struggle to navigate rising prescription costs.
43% of employees said they'd use this type of time off if it was offered, pointing to an opportunity to stand out for employers.