As labor rights continue to erode in the U.S., with union membership declining and wealth inequality rising, a potential solution lies in the SEC’s upcoming human capital management disclosures. While these regulations are designed to improve transparency for investors, they could also provide employees with valuable insights into working conditions, such as turnover rates and benefits packages. By making this information accessible, understandable, and trustworthy, the SEC could help workers make more informed decisions about their careers, ultimately strengthening labor market transparency and fairness.
