The 2026 Benefits Benchmark Report

400+ HR leaders. Seven industries. One report.

We surveyed over 400 HR professionals and business leaders to find out what's really happening with employee benefits right now.

What's working, what's not, and what people are planning next. The findings might surprise you.

61%

of HR leaders say attracting and retaining talent is their top priority in 2026

35%

cite low engagement as their biggest frustration with their current benefits

92%

say rewards and incentives are the most effective way to connect employees with their benefits

Here’s what you’ll find inside

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Real data from real HR leaders

See how your benefits stack up — real data from over 400 HR leaders broken down by industry and company size, so you can see exactly where you stand

Find out what's actually shifted in 2026 — cost has dropped off the top spot, and what's replaced it changes how you should be thinking about your strategy

Get a clear view of where to invest next — the benefits your peers are prioritising, and what employees are actually asking for

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