Global medical inflation 2026: What’s driving costs and how employers can stay ahead – UnitedHealthcare Global

[SPONSORED CONTENT] Medical inflation continues to reshape employer health strategies in 2026. Global trend projections remain high, with leading benchmarks pointing to single-digit averages globally but persistent double-digit pressures in many markets. Aon forecasts a 9.8% global average increase for employer medical plans this year, while WTW projects roughly 10.3% worldwide with notable regional variation. The post Global medical inflation 2026: What’s driving costs and how employers can stay ahead – UnitedHealthcare Global appeared first on Health & Protection .