The Projected 2026 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Just Increased
Higher-than-expected inflation could mean a larger raise for Social Security recipients.
Recent inflation data has been a bit higher than expected, and this could mean a bigger 2026 Social Security COLA as well. In this video, Certified Financial Planner® Matt Frankel discusses the recent inflation data and what it could mean to your Social Security benefits next year.
*Stock prices used were the morning prices of Feb. 17, 2025. The video was published on Feb. 18, 2025.
