Gig Economy news and trends

For Labor Economy Workers, Sick Days Quickly Become Spending Cuts
Consumer Insights // September 10, 2026

For roughly 60 million workers in the United States, getting sick is not only a health event. It can be an income event, and, soon afterward, a spending event. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Calling Out Sick Costs Labor Economy Workers More
Consumer Insights // August 28, 2026

A sick day may last 24 hours. The financial effects can stay much longer. For millions of workers, one missed shift can reduce the next paycheck and force a fast change in household spending. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

WorkWhile CEO Wants Earning Power to Become Finance’s Fourth Rail
Gig Economy // August 24, 2026

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Branch Wants Earned Wage Access to Be a Bridge, Not a Habit
Payroll // July 28, 2026

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Interviews & Exclusives
Hourly Work Changes by the Shift but Payday Doesn’t

September 15, 2026
For millions of hourly and shift workers, flexibility is built into when they work but rarely into when they get paid. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing […]

For Labor Economy Workers, Sick Days Quickly Become Spending Cuts

September 10, 2026
For roughly 60 million workers in the United States, getting sick is not only a health event. It can be an income event, and, soon afterward, a spending event. Get...

WorkWhile CEO Wants Earning Power to Become Finance’s Fourth Rail

August 24, 2026
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Branch Wants Earned Wage Access to Be a Bridge, Not a Habit

July 28, 2026
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Quick Reads
Lyft Offers Drivers Additional Cash Back Amid Rising Gas Prices

March 25, 2026
Lyft has announced a 60-day program designed to provide relief to Lyft drivers who are facing rising gas prices. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, […]

Lyft Draws Big Spenders With Rewards and Partnerships

February 11, 2026
Partnerships and rewards drove growth at Lyft in the fourth quarter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

New York Sues UPS, Alleging Persistent Underpayment of Seasonal Workers

December 15, 2025
The New York State Office of the Attorney General (OAG) sued UPS Monday (Dec. 15), alleging that the package delivery company “repeatedly and persistently” underpaid seasonal workers by requiring them...

Instacart Sues New York City to Block New Grocery Delivery Laws

December 02, 2025
Instacart is suing New York City over the city’s new laws that will govern grocery delivery workers’ pay and tips. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...