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Germany: A new Health Insurance Law Raises the Earnings Ceiling by an Extra €300/month for 2027

Germany’s new health insurance law will raise the earnings ceiling by an additional €300 per month in 2027. Learn what employers need to know.

Sep 7, 2026 2 min read

USA: California 2027 minimum wage confirmed at $17.40/hour

California’s minimum wage will increase to $17.40 per hour from January 1, 2027. Learn what employers need to know about the new wage rate.

Sep 7, 2026 2 min read

Pakistan: Increase in Minimum Wages for EOBI and Provincial Social Security Contributions – 1 Jul...

Pakistan increases minimum wages in Islamabad and Sindh from 1 July 2026, affecting EOBI and provincial social security contributions.

Sep 4, 2026 1 min read

China: Qingdao Social Insurance Contribution Base Limits – 2026 Contribution Year

Qingdao has announced the 2026 social insurance contribution base limits. Learn about the updated limits and their impact on payroll contributions.

Sep 3, 2026 2 min read

Mercans Recognized as a Leader in the IEC Global EOR Study 2026

Mercans is recognized as a Leader in the IEC Global EOR Study 2026, highlighting its expertise in global Employer of Record services and workforce management.

Sep 3, 2026 2 min read

United Kingdom: HMRC Employer Bulletin: August 2026 edition published

HMRC’s August 2026 Employer Bulletin covers mileage rates, benefits-in-kind payrolling, PAYE, National Insurance and employment law updates for UK employers.

Aug 31, 2026 2 min read

Philippines: RTWPB-NCR Wage Order NCR-27 raises Metro Manila floor to ₱755/day

Philippines Wage Order NCR-27 raises minimum wages to ₱755 and ₱718, but implementation is under court injunction. See rates, dates and payroll impact.

Aug 31, 2026 2 min read

Japan: Central Minimum Wage Council recommends ¥1,176 national average for FY2026

Japan’s FY2026 minimum wage guideline recommends ¥1,176/hour, a ¥55 increase. Learn about the regional rate-setting process and payroll impact.

Aug 31, 2026 2 min read

What Payroll Really Costs – and How Instaroll Lowers It | Mercans

Instaroll delivers autonomous continuous payroll, reducing payroll time and steps while lowering costs and enabling global scalability without additional headcount.

Aug 26, 2026 7 min watch

Top 50 EOR Providers Worldwide: The Complete 2026 Ranking

Compare the top 50 EOR providers worldwide in 2026. Review country coverage, entity models, compliance depth, and pricing to shortlist the right Employer of Record partner.

Jul 31, 2026 3 min read

Best Recruitment Agencies in the World: Top 25 for 2026

Compare the 25 best recruitment agencies in the world for 2026. Review specialisms, global reach, fee models, and where each firm actually delivers before you sign.

Jul 30, 2026 3 min read

India: Form 138 Q1 FY 2026-27 Due 31 July 2026

India employers must file Form 138 for Q1 FY 2026–27 by 31 July 2026. Review salary TDS reporting requirements under the Income Tax Act 2025.

Jul 20, 2026 1 min read