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Social Security COLA could rise as much as 3.6% in 2027

The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment projected for 2027 may reach 3.6%, which would increase monthly benefits for eligible recipients.

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MarketWatch reports that Social Security recipients are expected to see larger benefits next year, with the program’s cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, potentially rising as much as 3.6% in 2027.

The outlet says the COLA figure represents the annual increase tied to inflation, affecting how much monthly benefits could go up for people receiving Social Security.

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MarketWatchSocial Security recipients will get more money next year. Here’s how much benefits may rise.
MarketWatchSocial Security recipients will get more money next year. Here’s how much benefits may rise.

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