Social Security COLA Increase Sparks Warning

Latest Social Security COLA prediction says 2026 increase will be disappointing
As the costs of goods continues to increase nationwide, Social Security benefit adjustments aren't expected to keep up.
Social Security COLA Increase Sparks Warning: 'Seniors Will Be Struggling'
Mary Johnson, an independent Social Security analyst, said: "COLA doesn't keep pace with real inflation. The year-over-year rate of inflation in February for the CPI-W is now up to 2.7 percent, meaning our 2.5 percent COLA that we received for 2025 is falling behind real inflation."
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Social Security’s COLA seen falling to 2.2% in 2026, leaving seniors struggling to keep pace
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Social Security Administration announces 2025 changes. Here are important things to know
The Social Security Administration stated more than 72.5 million Americans will benefit from the 2.5% COLA increase in 2025.
Social Security's 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Estimate Is Climbing -- but There's an Unpleasant Catch
For an overwhelming majority of retired workers, Social Security is more than just a monthly check. It represents a financial ...
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Here's Why Your 2026 Social Security COLA Might Disappoint You
In 2025, Social Security benefits got a 2.5% COLA. And a lot of seniors were unhappy with that. But unfortunately, next ...