Federal Pension Advisors' "2025 Merit Increase Projections" article offers valuable insights for federal employees regarding anticipated salary adjustments. Leveraging Mercer’s survey data, it predicts merit increases will remain at 3.3%, consistent with last year's trends. The article highlights the importance of merit increases in recognizing individual performance, contrasting them with cost-of-living adjustments. It further explores how these adjustments impact retirement benefits and compensation. Employees are provided with practical tips to navigate these changes and align their financial strategies with upcoming salary trends.