UnitedHealth Group Inc., the largest U.S. health insurer, reported second-quarter profit that beat analysts’ estimates, driven by growth at its Optum technology and consulting unit.

Norway, Switzerland, and Iceland won the top three spots in Natixis Global Asset Management's fourth annual ranking of the global retirement index.

If you don’t want to lose your top talent, here’s what you need to offer them.

From unlimited vacation to bi-monthly massages, top-tier talent is negotiating an impressive array of perks, according to FlexJobs.

Glassdoor’s latest report reveals that several companies are offering employees six figure paychecks, including commissions, tips, bonuses, etc.

Employers are struggling to keep up with Affordable Care Act requirements — a top priority in HUB International survey.

Despite mounting evidence that cash and other incentives can significantly boost participation, the majority of these programs fail to provide meaningful inducements.

More decision-support, focus on millennials and a ‘surgical approach’ will bring these platforms into the next phase, say panelists at EBA’s Workplace Benefits Mania.

Congress can help by creating a law that will enable states and local governments to lower the benefits they promise their employees.

Jargon is one reason why many employers are reluctant to adopt such platforms, a Liazon survey finds.

The share of workers who telecommute, at least some of the time, has grown from 19% in 2003 to 24% last year, according to new BLS numbers.

Many Americans aren’t using all of their time off, taking a long-term toll on performance.

Employers are increasingly adopting reference based pricing and reimbursements as a way to more effectively determine and control health costs.

A client’s campaign should include specific goals that carefully consider employee demographic factors and messaging that is accessible year-round.

Although market volatility makes stocks a risky investment option, retirement investors should continue to hold stocks in their portfolio.

The Obama administration’s top health official highlighted the importance of competition to insurance markets, as the Justice Department is poised to decide on two massive deals among four of the health-plan industry’s biggest players.

Are employees substituting professional diagnoses for quicker and cheaper results at the risk of their health?

The company’s new “Preferred Partnership” arrangement with a select network of local providers aims for cost savings and a superior patient experience.

Clients and their family members looking into assisted-living options should avoid making the decision at the last minute, particularly when a health crisis occurs.

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