Despite high levels of confidence, managers report gaps in AI readiness, change management, employee support and other critical leadership capabilities.

New West Health–Gallup data show fewer than half of Americans can consistently afford care and prescriptions, with widening disparities across income, age, and racial groups.

As medical and pharmacy expenses climb, large employers are adjusting plan design, limiting drug spending growth and expanding targeted support like caregiving and financial wellness benefits.

New data shows organizations are prioritizing retention and wellbeing as performance demands rise and leaner teams continue to take on more responsibility.

New research shows a widening gap between how quickly leadership roles evolve due to AI and how slowly organizations adapt succession strategies.

Nearly half of all Americans who have retirement savings in a 401(k) or similar plan say they probably would not save for retirement otherwise.

Essentials, not luxuries, are driving everyday strain. According to the survey, 65% of respondents said the cost of everyday necessities is their top financial stressor.

If unpaid care work were compensated at the rate of our professional care workforce, it would be valued at more than $1.1 trillion each year.