Stay ahead of fast moving changes in employee benefits.
The 2026 landscape is shifting rapidly—driven by rising health care costs, evolving compliance rules, new leave mandates, and employees who expect more personalized, holistic support. Employers need clear direction as they prepare for a year defined by complexity and transformation.
This market outlook distills the most critical trends shaping the benefits environment, including health care cost drivers, regulatory updates, expanded family and fertility benefits, the role of AI in HR, and the growing importance of mental fitness and financial resilience. With workforce needs evolving across generations, understanding these shifts is essential for staying competitive.
Use this report to anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and build a benefits strategy that meets employee expectations while maintaining affordability.
What you'll learn:
- Key cost drivers influencing 2026 health plan budgets
- Compliance changes employers must prepare for
- Emerging family-building, fertility, and leave trends
- How AI is transforming HR processes and employee experience
- What employees want most in wellness and financial support
- Strategies to strengthen your benefits offerings in a high-demand market
