We all know that compensation is affected by many various external and internal factors. As we head into 2026, here are some key compensation trends to watch closely. Dive into Mercer’s latest research shedding light on today’s workplace environment, from the state of the economy and the softening labor market to the continuous remote vs. in person debate. What lies ahead, how will it affect compensation and how can you take action?

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A comprehensive breakdown of the different types of popular leave policies offered to employees by US organizations. Benchmark your organizations leave against those in your industry and ensure you are offering the most competitive and attractive total rewards packages.

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As often mentioned, the world of compensation is always evolving. What causes hot new jobs to emerge in the first place? Why is it important to get pay right when it comes to compensating individuals with the new skills and experiences needed? Focusing on the jobs of the future can put your organization ahead of the curve, which is exactly where you want to be.

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How are you keeping up with fluctuations in hiring and recruiting in healthcare? With Mercer’s robust and comprehensive 2025 IHN – Healthcare Compensation Survey Suite, benchmarking your organization against others in the healthcare industry has never been easier. Explore the key highlights from this year’s survey and discover the valuable insights we offer to help you stay ahead.

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Mercer offers some of the most accuate and comprehensive compensation data availalble. Instead of listening to us talk about how great our data is, we’ll let the numbers speak for themselves.

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Although turnover is a necessary part of doing business, when is it too much? Look at the results from the 2025 US Mercer Turnover Survey and understand how your company compares to others. With this data, you can more efficiently plan a efficient hiring strategy for the future.

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Pay compression occurs when there is a minimal difference in pay between employees in different positions or with varying levels of experience. Explore the basics, causes, implications, as well as looking at 5 potential strategies for addressing pay compression issues to ensure fairness and maintain employee motivation and satisfaction.

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The start of compensation planning season upon us! Will budgets go up for 2026 or will they continue the downward trend that we’ve seen over the past couple of years?

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