Economy May 22, 2026
Inflation Angst Spreads as Consumers Spooked by Rising Gas Bills
Retailers including Walmart Inc. and Lowe’s Cos. are warning that fuel costs driven by the Iran war may begin to show up in prices of products on their shelves.
Benefits March 24, 2026
Social Security Recipients Get Some Bad News
Last week, the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office forecasted the Social Security trust fund is set to run out a year earlier than previously estimated.
Payroll March 24, 2026
Viral ‘Chinamaxxing’ Trend Reflects What Gen Z Really Wants at Work, Expert Says
A new social media trend called “Chinamaxxing” has gone viral among Gen Z users, with workplace experts saying it could signal shifting expectations around wellbeing and work-life balance.
Payroll March 24, 2026
Why ‘Invisible Promotions’ Are Becoming the New Normal
Many employees are unknowingly taking on higher-level responsibilities without additional pay or recognition, a phenomenon experts are calling the “invisible promotion.”
Benefits March 24, 2026
Estimated 2027 Social Security Increase Likely Not Enough for Seniors, Advocates Warn
The annual cost-of-living adjustment won't be announced until fall, but early estimates indicate a small increase is expected.
Payroll March 24, 2026
Retirement Woes: U.S. Workers Aren’t Saving Nearly Enough for Their Future
To enjoy retirement, Americans say they'll need about $1.5 million in savings. But the typical worker has less than $1,000 saved, according to a report by the National Institute on Retirement Security.
Payroll March 24, 2026
Powell Reveals ‘Concern’ About Job Creation in America Right Now
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on March 19 said there is “concern” among Federal Open Market Committee members over troubling trends in the U.S. job market.
Staffing March 23, 2026
Bridging the Finance Talent Gap During the Great Workplace Adaption
The issue isn't the tools. It’s a fundamental disconnect between leadership’s vision and the employees tasked with executing against it.
General News March 22, 2026
U.S. Stocks Fall to 6-Month Low Over War and Oil Concerns
Major U.S. equity benchmarks dropped to the lowest level since September amid rising anxiety over the prospect of a prolonged war in the Middle East.
Payroll March 18, 2026
IRS Flags Phishing, Impersonation in 2026 Dirty Dozen; Experts Explain Why Payroll Is a Prime Target
Experts say the IRS’s continued focus on phishing reflects how digital payroll systems have become central to modern tax fraud—and why payroll teams remain on the front lines of defense.
Economy March 16, 2026
Long-Term Care Affordability Sharply Worsening for Middle-Income Americans
Older adults in states with the least affordable long-term care can pay for about half the amount of care that older adults in states with the most affordable.
Payroll March 14, 2026
U.S. Job Openings Broadly Picked Up in January, Layoffs Fell
Available positions increased to 6.95 million from 6.55 million in December, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data out March 13.
Payroll March 12, 2026
One in Four Job Seekers Have Ghosted a Potential Employer
Accepting another job offer is the most common reason candidates ghost, and negative hiring experiences often accelerate disengagement.