EANJ has partnered with the Employer Associations of America (EAA) to conduct the 2026 National Business Trends Survey, to study local, regional, and national business trends for 2025 and 2026. The survey reflects actual and projected business trends, including organizational challenges, staffing/hiring, retention, and pay strategies.
This year the survey includes questions regarding tariffs, remote and hybrid work measures, and A.I. technology. Last year, top executives from 1,024 organizations participated in the survey, representing all 50 states and 12 employer associations.
The 2026 survey consists of approximately 30 multiple choice questions and is estimated to take 20-25 minutes to complete.
**To complete the survey on behalf of your organization, please click here.**
Data Collection Period: September 2025 through October 3, 2025
Report Published: November 2025
- Access to the final report is complimentary for all participating EANJ members and nonmembers.
- Non-participants may purchase the report for $375 (EANJ members) or $450 (non-EANJ members).
If you have any questions, or are interested in purchasing the report, please contact Amy Vazquez at amy@eanj.org