Market Insights

The health care industry had the lowest PTO approval rate at 36%.

Strict tracking drives turnover and burnout, as workers say they prefer regular constructive feedback and performance reviews.

This year’s Side Hustle Survey found that 38% of American workers had second jobs, down from 44% in 2022, and 39% in 2020.

Value-based models, pharma consolidation, and private equity-backed services are drivers.

Gen X is the most negative about their retirement outlook.

“Benefits provide employees with stability and protection in uncertain times, which helps them feel cared for and amplifies trust,” Todd Katz, head of group benefits for MetLife, said.