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The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals Board of Trustees announced that, effective immediately, Jessica Brooks-Woods is no longer serving as the association’s CEO.
More firms are highly concerned about their workers’ financial well-being, with most benefit decision-makers and workers agreeing that their company has a responsibility to ensure their employees are physically, mentally and financially well.
The proposal “is the most radical shift in ACA regulations since the original ACA regulations were drafted,” one expert said.
Income tax filing season is in full swing and it’s a good time for parents to open a Trump Account for their children who are eligible.
Health plans are trying to seek balance between affordability and cost containment pressures.
TrumpRx, a U.S. government–backed prescription drug discount platform, launched Thursday night. How does it work and who will benefit most from it?
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Contract Year 2027 Proposed Rule contains a number of provisions impacting Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D prescription drug plans.
Product deserts are locations where Medicare Advantage plan disruption, shrinking availability and choices are creating challenges for enrollees and advisors.
Medicare Advantage plans face pressure to be profitable, so carriers are shifting their focus to quality.
The outlook for health care in 2026 will be shaped by the events of 2025, with an environment of volatility and fissures in coverage that will ripple through all sectors of the health care system.
Life insurance sales are expected to level off, while interest in annuities will be greater than ever.
Lonniece McDonald wants to expose more people of color to the financial profession while helping students and underserved communities improve their financial literacy skills.
Insurance industry CEOs are positive, despite being challenged by implementing artificial intelligence and dealing with a shrinking workforce.
Many Americans will be pleasantly surprised during this year’s income tax filing season – 2026 is shaping up to deliver the largest average tax refunds on record.
The coming year will bring increased market volatility and a slowing in U.S. gross domestic product as the economy contends with a slackening labor market and the impact of tariffs.
President Donald Trump called on Congress to lower health care costs as he released a proposal he dubbed “The Great American Health Care Plan.”
Financial wellness is trending upward despite more workers saying they are stressed about the current economic climate.
Many Americans are ready to leave an economically turbulent 2025 behind and achieve greater financial goals in 2026.
How do employers engage and support “deskless” workers in their selection and use of workplace benefits?
The House passes a bill to give a three-year extension to Affordable Care Act marketplace enhanced subsidies.
