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Why a Lower Social Security COLA Forecast for 2027 Could Be Good News for Retirees

The latest estimate show a smaller COLA than expected, but retirees shouldn't be disappointed.

Why a Lower Social Security COLA Forecast for 2027 Could Be Good News for Retirees

Published September 13, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

For millions of retirees who count on Social Security to help them make ends meet, a big benefits increase may sound like a good thing.

So when the Senior Citizens League, a senior advocacy group, recently lowered its 2027 COLA prediction from 3.8% to 3.6%, some seniors may have been disappointed.

Details

The reality is that this more conservative estimate is actually good news for older Americans. Here's why.

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Source

Originally published at www.fool.com.

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