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"In stop-loss, we're seeing average premium increases in the mid-teens, in some cases, above 20%," William Ziebell, the chief executive officer of Gallagher's employee benefits consulting and brokerage business said.
LIMRA research director Kimberly Landry said it's concerning that some workers, especially Gen Z employees, are reducing 401(k) contributions because of rising health insurance premiums.