Employee benefits

Across all 50 states, premiums for the average “benchmark” silver plan, which the government uses to set subsidies, are dropping nearly 1%.

Nearly 10% of dependents enrolled in employee health plans are not eligible to be in the program. Here’s how companies can combat the problem.

Two recent rulings have cast uncertainty on appropriate limits for financial incentives clients can offer workers to participate in certain wellness programs.

Earth Day isn’t the only time employers embrace charitable and volunteer events. Many offer paid time off and organize service days year-round.

Giving Tuesday isn’t the only time employers embrace charitable and volunteer events. These companies offer paid volunteer time off for employees and organize companywide service days throughout the year.

Adobe, Kronos, H&M and Southwest Airlines are among the companies offering its employees special incentives to donate.

Employers should get leadership involved and add recognition and incentives for participating workers.

An app called Total Brain lets employees track their emotional state — which in turn makes them more productive in the workplace.

Adobe, Kronos, H&M and Southwest Airlines are among the companies offering its employees special incentives to donate.

Employers should get leadership involved and add recognition and incentives for participating workers.

How you support clients experiencing human resources and benefits technology for the first time will impact both their and your success.

Employers, pay attention: These areas rank low when it comes to health costs, access and outcomes, according to new analysis.

Perks including employee purchase programs and student loan repayment plans will continue to be popular in the coming year.

Caring for sick or aging loved ones causes nearly 40% of employees to quit their jobs. By providing caregiving support, employers can retain their best talent and save money.

Young workers are growing more concerned about saving for retirement, healthcare and paying off student loans, according to new research from Prudential.

That cost “is greater than the combined revenues of Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Netflix, eBay and Adobe,” says Integrated Benefits Institute President Thomas Parry.

With workers harder to find and the ACA's tax on generous coverage postponed, employers are hitting pause on a feature of job-based medical insurance much hated by employees: the high-deductible health plan.

From rising HSA balances and increased 401(k) contribution limits to student loan benefits and EAPs, these trends should make both employers and employees feel grateful.

From rising HSA balances and increased 401(k) contribution limits to student loan benefits and EAPs, these trends should make both advisers, employers and employees feel grateful.