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Health Insurance Premium Trends - The average family's annual health insurance premium has increased by 6% year-over-year in 2025, reaching nearly $27,000, an all-time high [1] - This marks the 3rd consecutive annual increase, following gains of 7% in both 2023 and 2024 [1] - Health insurance premiums are rising faster than inflation for the 3rd consecutive year [1] - Since 2000, the average health insurance premium has surged by 350% [1] Impact on Small Businesses - Over half of small businesses are reporting health insurance premium hikes of 10% or more in 2025 [2] - Health insurance costs have never been higher [2]