Pay transparency is creating a challenging environment for employers, with compensation ranked as a bigger challenge than recruiting or retention.Nearly 1 in 3 survey respondents cited unfair pay as the main reason for losing talent.Payscale anticipates a 'Year of Contention' in 2025, as employers tighten budgets and employees advocate for fair pay and better working conditions.While the gender pay gap in the U.S. has decreased over the years, it still persists, with women earning 85% of what men make.