COLA, Social Security

The Early 2026 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Forecast Just Changed, and It Could Pleasantly Surprise Many Retirees
Lower inflation could actually be good for retirees, even if it keeps future Social Security increases in check.
The Social Security COLA forecast for 2026 was updated. It's bad news for retirees
Social Security beneficiaries receive an annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to keep the purchasing power of benefits aligned with rising prices across the economy. The official 2026 COLA will not be determined until October 2025 because it depends on inflation data from the third quarter, which is collected between July and September.
Social Security increase 2026: Here’s the latest COLA prediction, and it’s looking like it could be even less than last year
The latest cost-of-living projection for 2026 shows that seniors could see less of an increase than last year, according to the nonpartisan Senior Citizens League
2026 COLA Social Security Increase: What are the latest projections against inflation?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for this year in October 2024, which left many people disappointed, especially those benefic
Social Security 2026 COLA: What the latest prediction means for you
The latest cost-of-living projection shows that seniors could see a decrease in Social Security benefits. The 2026 COLA is estimated to be around 2.3%, making the prediction 0.2% lower than last year’s COLA of 2.5%, according to the Senior Citizens League.
The 2026 Soc. Security COLA Forecast Looks Bad
Social Security beneficiaries receive an annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to keep the purchasing power of benefits aligned with rising prices across the economy. The official 2026 COL
Latest Social Security cost of living update: Any good news mixed with bad report?
The latest Cost of Living Adjustment prediction shows Social Security recipients could be in for another year of a small increase.
2026 Social Security COLA forecasts up in the air as inflation exceeds expectations: What seniors need to know
In October the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that Social Security beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), would see their benefits increase by 2.5 percent in 2025, thanks to the annual Cost-of-living Adjustment, or COLA as it is often called.
Social Security Announces Changes After Trump Directives
She has since been replaced by acting Commissioner Lee Dudek, who confirmed that DOGE staffers will not be able to make changes to agency systems, benefit payments or other inform
Working While Receiving Social Security Retirement Benefits: What You Should Know
You can definitely work while receiving retirement benefits -- and you may eventually get more money because of it.
What Is a Social Security COLA, and How Can It Affect Your Retirement Plan in 2025?
Retirees are often thought to be living on fixed incomes, but most of them are collecting Social Security benefits, and those benefits are not exactly fixed -- because they're increased nearly every year via cost of living adjustments (COLAs).
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Social Security COLA update explained by expert
The age for full Social Security benefits has increased to 67 for people born in 1960 or later. This change was part of a law ...
Coca-Cola Bets Big on Gut Health With Its Own Line of Prebiotic Sodas
Coca-Cola is expanding its beverage lineup with Simply Pop, a new prebiotic soda aimed at health-conscious consumers. The ...
Social Security changes include payment amount, age eligibility and more
Social Security recipients will see a 2.5% increase in their benefits this year, among other key changes to the program that affect retirement age, taxable earnings, and public sector workers, federal ...
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How much would the 2026 COLA adjustment be?
The Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) is a crucial factor in the financial planning of many retirees. As we ...
Social Security announces expedited retroactive payments and higher monthly benefits for millions
As a part of the Social Security Fairness Act, the Social Security Administration announced it will expedite retroactive payments and higher monthly benefits for millions.