What’s driving benefits decisions right now? 
Get the data HR leaders are acting on.
In our latest 2026 HR Pulse Survey, New Benefits gathered insights from HR leaders, benefits managers, and executives on how they are navigating rising costs, engagement challenges, and increasing pressure to deliver measurable value.
The result is a data-backed report that gives brokers a clear view into what employers are prioritizing, where strategies are shifting, and where gaps still exist.
Whether you want to strengthen client relationships or guide smarter benefits decisions, this report helps you lead with confidence.
What you’ll learn:
- Why rising costs are shaping nearly every benefits decision.
- How employers are responding with a mix of strategies, including non-insured benefits.
- Where engagement breaks down and why utilization remains inconsistent.
- How employers define success and why confidence often does not match results.
- Why limited visibility into ROI makes benefits harder to evaluate.
- The evolving role brokers play in guiding strategy and decision-making.
Complete the form to get immediate access to the 2026 HR Pulse Survey results.
New Benefits helps brokers simplify complexity, improve engagement, and deliver measurable outcomes across the entire benefits experience.
What is the 2026 HR Pulse Survey?
A data-driven report from New Benefits that captures insights from HR leaders on benefits strategy, cost challenges, employee engagement, and ROI.
What will I learn from the HR Pulse Survey?
The report covers key trends including rising benefits costs, utilization challenges, and how brokers can help improve engagement and outcomes.
Who should download this report?
Benefit brokers, HR leaders, and employers who want to better understand current benefits trends and make more informed decisions.
How do I access the report?
Complete the form on this page to get immediate access to the full HR Pulse Survey report.
Why is this report important for 2026-2027 planning and beyond?
It provides real-world insights from HR decision-makers, helping you identify opportunities to improve strategy, communication, and ROI.
