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Social Securitys 2026 COLA is set: Why retirees could see a major financial hit

Social Security payments rise 2.8% in 2026. The increase starts in January. Medicare Part B premiums jump to $202.90 monthly. Healthcare costs keep climbing. Housing remains expensive. Inflation hits seniors harder than workers. Global tensions raise energy risks. Retirees feel the squeeze. The COLA offers stability, not relief. Many still lose purchasing power.

13 Jan 2026 7:25 pm