Lowe’s hands out bonuses, benefits

MOORESVILLE, N.C. — Lowe’s Cos. is responding to changes in U.S. tax regulations with bonuses of up to $1,000 for veteran employees, along with expansions of benefits. Following on tax reforms signed into law by U.S. President Donald Trump before the new year, Lowe’s will offer bonuses beginning at $75 to junior part-time workers. More than 260,000 wage-earning workers across the U.S. will receive some form of bonus. At the same time, the company announced it is beefing up maternity and parental leave, introducing a $5,000 adoption benefit, and reducing wait times for health insurance eligibility.