Survey Reveals Big Disconnect on Workplace Benefits
Multiple Locations, USA: A new Prudential study finds that while many employers believe their benefit packages are modern and robust, employees feel otherwise. Over 80% of companies surveyed think they’re offering cutting-edge perks, but only 59% of workers agree. Financial worries dominate employee concerns, with top anxieties including everyday living costs, saving for retirement, and housing affordability. Meanwhile, standard benefits like basic 401(k)s or employee assistance programs often don’t address these immediate financial strains. Though nearly 70% of employers plan to refresh their benefits over the next two years, many employees want more direct, flexible support—like student loan assistance or emergency funds—over standard corporate perks.
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- • Prudential – A financial services firm that conducted the “Benefits and Beyond” survey.
- • US employers vs. employees – Reflecting a perception gap in benefit offerings.
- • 401(k) plans – Standard retirement savings accounts, sometimes underserving short-term financial needs.
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