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Disappointed by your skimpy pay raise? Blame your healthcare benefits.

Disappointed by your skimpy pay raise? Blame your healthcare benefits.
MarketWatch Saturday 01 August 2026, 13:30 UTC By Andrew Keshner 1 min read
Key Points

It’s been two decades since companies’ health-benefit costs have climbed this fast.

It’s been two decades since companies’ health-benefit costs have climbed this fast.
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