Couples’ Remote Work Arrangements and Labor Supply

The shift toward remote and hybrid work continues to reshape labor dynamics, particularly for couples navigating work-life balance. A new study finds that when both partners switch to hybrid work, overall couple-level work hours increase, while moving to fully remote work leads to a reduction in hours. Interestingly, hybrid work appears to benefit women’s labor market position, as it allows them to maintain or increase their hours while reducing gender disparities in work time. As organizations refine their remote work policies, these findings suggest that hybrid arrangements might be a key factor in fostering equitable labor force participation.