Eagle Hill Retention Index Falls to Lowest Level Since 2024
The Eagle Hill Consulting Employee Retention Index dropped to 102.1 in Q3 2026, its lowest point since 2024, indicating a rise in employees' likelihood to leave. Declines were sharpest among Gen X and Baby Boomers.
The Eagle Hill Consulting Employee Retention Index fell 2.1 points to 102.1 in the third quarter of 2026, reaching its lowest level since 2024. This decline signals an increasing propensity for employees to leave their current positions.
The study highlights a significant decrease in retention sentiment among Gen X and Baby Boomer demographics. The data suggests that a year's worth of gains in employee retention has been erased due to negative shifts in workplace culture.
This trend indicates that deteriorating company culture is a key factor driving employees to seek new opportunities. The findings could impact organizations' ability to retain talent and maintain productivity levels.
Eagle Hill Consulting continues to monitor employee retention trends to provide insights for businesses aiming to improve workforce stability and engagement.