Addressing the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on cost of living allowances
Recent volatility in currency markets has prompted international businesses to review their compensation adjustments for affected workers.
Managing cost-of-living issues in a pandemic
Cost-of-living allowances are always subject to change, but in times of crisis the swings can be dramatic. Let's look at what affects differentials and taking a balanced approach to implement them.
2019 cost of living ranking: China
An in-depth look at cost of living changes over the last five years in major cities in China, featuring an infographic of price changes.
2019 cost of living ranking: Mexico
An in-depth look at cost of living changes over the last five years in major cities in Mexico, featuring an infographic of price changes.
2019 cost of living ranking: Poland
An in-depth look at cost of living changes over the last five years in major cities in Poland, featuring an infographic of price changes.
2019 cost of living ranking: South Africa
An in-depth look at cost of living changes over the last five years in major cities in South Africa, featuring an infographic of price changes.
Tracking Your Pay on an International Assignment
An issue that often confuses expatriates is that of “host-location spendable income.” Here we illustrate it through practical examples.
Changes to Cost of Living Allowances: A Closer Look
A longstanding approach to expatriate compensation is the home-based balance sheet methodology. Here we describe the approach and variables that affect it.
What Is the Relationship Between Family Size and Mercer Spendable Income Amounts?
As the size of a household increases, so does money spent on goods and services – but at a decreasing rate. See how that affects spendable income calculations.