Social Security's 2026 Raise Comes With a "Trump Bump" -- but It Isn't Going to Be Enough for Most Retirees

Though a history-making cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) would typically be something to celebrate, this is unlikely to be the case in 2026.
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Social Security 2026: Early COLA Predictions Could Be Bad News for Retirees

Millions of retirees face growing financial uncertainty as early projections suggest Social Security’s 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) could drop to 2.1%. This is the lowest increase since the ...

Social Security benefits will set a record next year, and retirees in these 5 states can expect to see the greatest COLA increases. Here's why

The new year will bring a Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of 2.8%, a slight step up from the 2.5% increase ...
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These 5 states will receive the biggest Social Security raise in 2026

For the lion's share of Social Security's more than 53 million retired-worker beneficiaries, their monthly payout is more than just a check. It represents a financial lifeline that they'd likely ...
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Retirees Want a 10% Social Security COLA. Here Are 2 Ways That Could Happen.

Social Security beneficiaries will get a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026. Getting a 10% COLA is possible, but it would only happen if there were very high inflation. The government could ...