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BLS Sets Oct. 24 CPI Release, Keeping Social Security's 2026 COLA on Schedule

Limited staff are being recalled to produce the CPI-W required for SSA's Nov. 1 deadline.

2026 Social Security COLA Projected at 2.7%–2.8% After August Inflation Data

Projections Point to 2.7% Social Security COLA for 2026