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Social Security COLA for 2027 announced at 3.6%, falling short for many retirees

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The Social Security Administration has announced a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2027, which will provide an average increase of $75 per month to Social Security and SSI beneficiaries. However, many recipients and advocacy groups argue this increase is insufficient to cover rising inflation, particularly in costs for healthcare and daily necessities. Concerns are also mounting over the long-term solvency of the Social Security system, with projections indicating a funding shortfall if Congress does not intervene. AI

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Social Security COLA for 2027 announced at 3.6%, falling short for many retirees

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Fatima Hussein, The Associated Press ·

    ‘A pittance’: Social Security benefits will rise 3.6% in 2027, about $75 a month for the average retiree, but some say it’s not enough

    The 2027 cost-of-living adjustment comes as inflation hits 3.7% and older Americans struggle with rising healthcare, grocery and gas bills.

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