Results from our 2026 Employer Health Care Strategy Survey indicated that 75% of multinational employers are concerned about controlling health care costs outside the U.S. Employers shared that global costs are driven by cancer, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular disease. Rising health and well-being needs across their global populations, and the cost pressures that come with this, are further complicated by differing regional systems and diverse workforce needs. Employers redoubled efforts to promote culturally relevant and locally adaptable approaches to holistic well-being, as well as stronger personalization across life stages and regions. Members consistently elevated themes such as mental health, women’s health across the life span, caregiver support and the ongoing challenge of striving for global consistency while honoring local market realities.

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Our 2026 Employer Health Care Strategy Survey provided further insight into health care costs globally, while our 2025 Employer Well-being Strategy Survey outlined strategies for multinational employers to navigate global well-being design.

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At our EMEA, India and APAC Regional Meetings, we dug deeper into regional and country-level nuances, such as gender-specific health needs, caregiving burdens and cultural expectations, that inform global strategy and require tailored local implementation and communication.

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Global Cancer Rates Are Rising: Address Regional Risk Factors to Reverse the Trend. In this podcast episode, we discussed the soaring incidence of cancer globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, and shared how cultural factors, stigma and financial burdens can complicate the treatment journey.

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Our Survey Results: Employer Strategies to Support Caregiving showcased insights on how multinational organizations can support employees serving as caregivers.

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In an episode of our Thought Leadership Series, we examined the business case for prioritizing women’s health and employer strategies around the world, reinforcing the importance of culturally appropriate communication, resilience-building frameworks and benefits that evolve with workforce demographics.