The $18,500 Question: How to Absorb a 6.7% Health Cost Increase Without Gutting Your Team’s Benefits
For many business owners and HR managers, the annual health insurance renewal has shifted from a routine administrative task to a significant financial hurdle. As we look toward 2026, the data from Mercer paints a stark picture: the average total cost of employer-sponsored health insurance is projected to hit $18,500 per employee. This represents a […]