The Prescience 2026 Council Initiative Unveils Dynamics of the American Workforce
Summary:
Persistent labor shortage expected in 2026 despite a forecasted increase in population.
Gig economy employers to offer voluntary payroll-deduction retirement savings mechanisms to attract and retain workers.
Flexibility in workplace culture and benefits are crucial for employee engagement.
BALTIMORE, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Transamerica today released a new report, “Prescience 2026: Dynamics of the American Workforce,” highlighting the continued U.S. labor shortage in 2026, the gig economy’s response to attracting talent, and the importance of flexibility in workplace culture and benefits. The report is the third in a series of ten polls and three discussion sessions over 12 months with industry specialists, each focusing on a particular aspect of employee benefits.
