Inflation Resource Center

Inflation Resource Center

In an environment marked by stubborn inflation, a higher-for-longer interest rate cycle, complex risks and a fierce war for talent, success hinges on proactive, cost-effective business strategies. We know that’s a lot to manage. But you don’t have to go it alone. Our experts have developed an extensive set of resources to help your organization navigate the challenges of high inflation.

Click on the topics below to explore useful articles, webinars and much more! And be sure to check back often as we’ll be adding new resources regularly.

Upcoming & On-Demand Webinars on Managing Inflation

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Join CBIZ for an exclusive webinar as our professionals explore expected trends, emerging risks and innovative strategies that will shape the business landscape in 2025.
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Join CBIZ for an insightful roundtable discussion on the outcome of the U.S. presidential race and the balance of power in Congress.

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Join CBIZ for a one-hour virtual forum that will provide a collaborative platform for tax executive leaders to delve into the common pain points, software solutions and practical solutions associated with Pillar Two implementation.

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Join us for an insightful and comprehensive webinar on "Understanding & Managing AI Risk," where our expert speakers will guide you through the essential aspects of AI risk management, from identification and assessment to governance and compliance.
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In our third installment of this webinar series, we’ll continue that conversation and offer an overview of new and ongoing issues of importance in the employee benefits arena, with a special focus on pharmacy-related issues.

Strategies to Attract, Retain & Engage Your Workforce

From recruiting and retention to benefits offerings and evolving employee wants, inflation is presenting employers with new challenges when it comes to their most valuable asset: their people. We offer fresh strategies to help your business and your employees thrive — all while protecting your bottom line and managing emerging risks.

Anna Rathbun, CFA, Chief Investment Officer, CBIZ, Inc., discusses the September reading of the CBIZ Small Business Employment Index and what the data means for small businesses.

According to a recent survey, U.S. employers estimate that health care costs will continue to increase significantly in 2025.
Amidst today's highly competitive talent market, nonqualified deferred compensation (NQDC) retirement plans are becoming more popular as a recruiting and retention strategy for key executives.
Amid inflationary pressures and continued economic uncertainty, it’s no surprise that industry experts are calling for a significant increase in employer-sponsored health care costs in 2024.

Employees want access to personalized financial planning services, and providing them as a workplace benefit can help both the organization and its employees.

Discover how to create a better work environment by taking strategic actions, communicating transparently, and building trust. Learn the essential steps that leaders can take to improve employee retention, boost productivity, and achieve long-term business success.

See why prescription benefit costs continue to rise and how employers can reduce their Rx health care spend with the help of a pharmacy benefits consultant.
The Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule on April 23, 2024 that substantially increases the salary thresholds for overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employers now need to decide—increase pay for exempt employees paid below the new salary threshold to maintain the exemption or reclassify these employees to non-exempt, track hours and pay overtime to comply. 

Anna Rathbun, CFA, Chief Investment Officer, CBIZ, Inc., discusses the July reading of the CBIZ Small Business Employment Index and what the data means for small businesses if inflation begins to cool.

Discover the importance of disability benefits and the types of insurance employers may offer, including STD, LTD, long-term care, critical illness and more.

Ways to Address Enterprise Risk Concerns

Given that exposures and litigation increase during periods of inflation, businesses must make risk management a priority. We provide strategies to manage evolving exposures, fortify your company’s risk management program and help you lessen inflation’s impacts on your policies and premiums.

Protect your business with 7 overlooked insurance policies, from cyber to flood coverage. Learn how to reduce financial risk with comprehensive protection.
This regulatory and legislative update covers issues involving smoker penalties, reproductive health regulations, cybersecurity and more.
Discover effective strategies and best practices for supply chain risk management including how to identify, assess and mitigate risks.
Economic volatility can make funding defined benefit plans challenging. What risks are plan sponsors facing, and how can they mitigate these risks?

Stay ahead in 2024 with top Cybersecurity Trends: From AI risks to legal collaborations, learn how to fortify your defenses against costly cyber incidents.

It’s prudent to ensure your property is adequately insured every so often. Here are factors that are impacting your property value amid inflation. 

Explore the aftermath and financial impact of extreme weather events. Discover why strategic weather preparedness and insurance coverage are necessary in 2024.

Discover the effects of inflation on commercial coverage including key risk management strategies for businesses in this economic environment.

Ransomware risk is real and rising. Discover how to shield your organization with proactive measures, from early detection to rapid response systems.

Economic-related risks can severely hinder a company’s future. Here are three ways to help manage various risks in uncertain economic conditions. 

Resources to Help You Manage Increased Costs & Margins

Increase liquidity and unearth cost savings to relieve the compounded strains of inflation, pressurized global supply chains and talent costs in an unyielding labor market. You’ll discover actionable, expert-driven cost-savings and liquidity strategies designed to mitigate increased costs.

With an estimated $1.2 trillion in commercial loans maturing in 2024 and 2025 and office building-backed loans making up 17% of them (according to Guggenheim Partners and Mortgage Bankers Association), it seems inevitable that some borrowers will be involved in loan workouts, looking to renegotiate the terms of their mortgages or, in some cases, turn their properties back to the lender. The financial and emotional toll of such actions can be substantial and exacerbated by the income tax consequences for the unwary borrower.

The federal Research and Development (R&D) tax credit was originally enacted in 1981 as a temporary measure to boost innovation and the economy. Along the way, the R&D Tax Credit, which became a permanent part of the U.S. tax code in 2015, has been amended and expanded.

Discover how the 2024 presidential tax proposals could shape the investment landscape for private equity and venture capital firms. Learn about crucial policy shifts and their potential influence.

CBIZ Private Equity Advisory provides an assessment of the current M&A Market conditions and trends.

Unlock practical strategies for economic resilience in our case study book. Navigate crises with confidence. Download now.

Ready for a stress-free retirement? Discover how annuities can provide you with a reliable income stream and protect against market volatility, ensuring financial stability and peace of mind. Find out more about the different types of annuities and how to incorporate them into your retirement plan.

Commercial real estate continues to navigate a challenging and evolving post-pandemic environment characterized by higher interest rates, inflation and a lower demand for office space. As a result, chief financial officers (CFOs) are challenged to help their companies balance reduced market demand with increasing operating and financing costs.

Optimized tax strategies are crucial in today's competitive commercial real estate market. The good news is that the U.S. tax code offers a variety of incentives and deductions designed to help multifamily property owners reduce tax liabilities, increase return on investments and improve cash flow.

Maximize your institution's sustainability initiatives with the IRA's clean energy tax credit. See how direct pay can transform your energy projects.
Inflation has been cooling down while a soft-landing narrative has become louder each week over the past couple of months. There is no certainty one way or another on the outlook for inflation as conflicting headlines ebb